How many syllables in “bacteriolytic”?
syllables in "bacteriolytic"
Word details
Syllables
5
bac · te · rio · ly · tic
Letters
13
b · a · c · t · e · r · i · o · l · y · t · i · c
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “bacteriolytic”
The word “bacteriolytic” contains 5 syllables, divided as bac · te · rio · ly · tic. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bacteriolytic" have?
"bacteriolytic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "bacteriolytic" into syllables?
"bacteriolytic" is divided into syllables as: bac · te · rio · ly · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "bacteriolytic"?
The Scrabble score for "bacteriolytic" is 22 points.
Using “bacteriolytic” in writing
"bacteriolytic" (bac · te · rio · ly · tic) 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, “bacteriolytic” 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.