How many syllables in “allosteric”?
syllables in "allosteric"
Word details
Syllables
4
al · lo · ste · ric
Letters
10
a · l · l · o · s · t · e · r · i · c
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “allosteric”
The word “allosteric” contains 4 syllables, divided as al · lo · ste · ric. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "allosteric" have?
"allosteric" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "allosteric" into syllables?
"allosteric" is divided into syllables as: al · lo · ste · ric.
What is the Scrabble score for "allosteric"?
The Scrabble score for "allosteric" is 12 points.
Using “allosteric” in writing
Four-syllable words like "allosteric" (al · lo · ste · ric) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “allosteric” is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “allosteric”
The letters in “allosteric” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sclerotial.