How many syllables in “amphoteric”?
syllables in "amphoteric"
Word details
Syllables
4
am · pho · te · ric
Letters
10
a · m · p · h · o · t · e · r · i · c
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “amphoteric”
The word “amphoteric” contains 4 syllables, divided as am · pho · te · ric. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "amphoteric" have?
"amphoteric" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "amphoteric" into syllables?
"amphoteric" is divided into syllables as: am · pho · te · ric.
What is the Scrabble score for "amphoteric"?
The Scrabble score for "amphoteric" is 19 points.
Using “amphoteric” in writing
Four-syllable words like "amphoteric" (am · pho · te · 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, “amphoteric” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “amphoteric”
The letters in “amphoteric” can be rearranged to spell one other word: metaphoric.