How many syllables in “apophyllites”?
syllables in "apophyllites"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · pop · hyl · li · tes
Letters
12
a · p · o · p · h · y · l · l · i · t · e · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “apophyllites”
The word “apophyllites” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · pop · hyl · li · tes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "apophyllites" have?
"apophyllites" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "apophyllites" into syllables?
"apophyllites" is divided into syllables as: a · pop · hyl · li · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "apophyllites"?
The Scrabble score for "apophyllites" is 22 points.
Using “apophyllites” in writing
"apophyllites" (a · pop · hyl · li · tes) 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, “apophyllites” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.