How many syllables in “anthropometry”?
syllables in "anthropometry"
Word details
Syllables
5
an · thro · po · me · try
Letters
13
a · n · t · h · r · o · p · o · m · e · t · r · y
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “anthropometry”
The word “anthropometry” contains 5 syllables, divided as an · thro · po · me · try. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "anthropometry" have?
"anthropometry" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "anthropometry" into syllables?
"anthropometry" is divided into syllables as: an · thro · po · me · try.
What is the Scrabble score for "anthropometry"?
The Scrabble score for "anthropometry" is 23 points.
Using “anthropometry” in writing
"anthropometry" (an · thro · po · me · try) 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, “anthropometry” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.