How many syllables in “bathythermograph”?
syllables in "bathythermograph"
Word details
Syllables
5
bat · hyt · her · mo · graph
Letters
16
b · a · t · h · y · t · h · e · r · m · o · g · r · a · p · h
Scrabble
35
points
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About the word “bathythermograph”
The word “bathythermograph” contains 5 syllables, divided as bat · hyt · her · mo · graph. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bathythermograph" have?
"bathythermograph" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "bathythermograph" into syllables?
"bathythermograph" is divided into syllables as: bat · hyt · her · mo · graph.
What is the Scrabble score for "bathythermograph"?
The Scrabble score for "bathythermograph" is 35 points.
Using “bathythermograph” in writing
"bathythermograph" (bat · hyt · her · mo · graph) 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, “bathythermograph” is worth 35 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.