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How many syllables in “blastopore”?

3

syllables in "blastopore"

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Word details

Syllables

3

blas · topo · re

Letters

10

b · l · a · s · t · o · p · o · r · e

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
l1
a1
s1
t1
o1
p3
o1
r1
e1

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About the word “blastopore

The word blastopore contains 3 syllables, divided as blas · topo · re. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "blastopore" have?

"blastopore" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "blastopore" into syllables?

"blastopore" is divided into syllables as: blas · topo · re.

What is the Scrabble score for "blastopore"?

The Scrabble score for "blastopore" is 14 points.

Using “blastopore” in writing

Three-syllable words like "blastopore" (blas · topo · re) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, blastopore is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.

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