How many syllables in “apatosauruses”?
syllables in "apatosauruses"
Word details
Syllables
5
apa · tos · aur · use · s
Letters
13
a · p · a · t · o · s · a · u · r · u · s · e · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “apatosauruses”
The word “apatosauruses” contains 5 syllables, divided as apa · tos · aur · use · s. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "apatosauruses" have?
"apatosauruses" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "apatosauruses" into syllables?
"apatosauruses" is divided into syllables as: apa · tos · aur · use · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "apatosauruses"?
The Scrabble score for "apatosauruses" is 15 points.
Using “apatosauruses” in writing
"apatosauruses" (apa · tos · aur · use · s) 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, “apatosauruses” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.