How many syllables in “baroreceptor”?
syllables in "baroreceptor"
Word details
Syllables
5
ba · ro · re · cep · tor
Letters
12
b · a · r · o · r · e · c · e · p · t · o · r
Scrabble
18
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About the word “baroreceptor”
The word “baroreceptor” contains 5 syllables, divided as ba · ro · re · cep · tor. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "baroreceptor" have?
"baroreceptor" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "baroreceptor" into syllables?
"baroreceptor" is divided into syllables as: ba · ro · re · cep · tor.
What is the Scrabble score for "baroreceptor"?
The Scrabble score for "baroreceptor" is 18 points.
Using “baroreceptor” in writing
"baroreceptor" (ba · ro · re · cep · tor) 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, “baroreceptor” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.