How many syllables in “basidiospores”?
syllables in "basidiospores"
Word details
Syllables
5
ba · si · dio · spo · res
Letters
13
b · a · s · i · d · i · o · s · p · o · r · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “basidiospores”
The word “basidiospores” contains 5 syllables, divided as ba · si · dio · spo · res. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "basidiospores" have?
"basidiospores" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "basidiospores" into syllables?
"basidiospores" is divided into syllables as: ba · si · dio · spo · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "basidiospores"?
The Scrabble score for "basidiospores" is 18 points.
Using “basidiospores” in writing
"basidiospores" (ba · si · dio · spo · res) 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, “basidiospores” 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.