How many syllables in “ankylosaurus”?
syllables in "ankylosaurus"
Word details
Syllables
5
an · ky · lo · sau · rus
Letters
12
a · n · k · y · l · o · s · a · u · r · u · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “ankylosaurus”
The word “ankylosaurus” contains 5 syllables, divided as an · ky · lo · sau · rus. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ankylosaurus" have?
"ankylosaurus" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ankylosaurus" into syllables?
"ankylosaurus" is divided into syllables as: an · ky · lo · sau · rus.
What is the Scrabble score for "ankylosaurus"?
The Scrabble score for "ankylosaurus" is 19 points.
Using “ankylosaurus” in writing
"ankylosaurus" (an · ky · lo · sau · rus) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ankylosaurus” 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.