How many syllables in “archaebacteria”?
syllables in "archaebacteria"
Word details
Syllables
5
ar · chae · bac · te · ria
Letters
14
a · r · c · h · a · e · b · a · c · t · e · r · i · a
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “archaebacteria”
The word “archaebacteria” contains 5 syllables, divided as ar · chae · bac · te · ria. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "archaebacteria" have?
"archaebacteria" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "archaebacteria" into syllables?
"archaebacteria" is divided into syllables as: ar · chae · bac · te · ria.
What is the Scrabble score for "archaebacteria"?
The Scrabble score for "archaebacteria" is 23 points.
Using “archaebacteria” in writing
"archaebacteria" (ar · chae · bac · te · ria) 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, “archaebacteria” 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.