How many syllables in “calorimeter”?
syllables in "calorimeter"
Word details
Syllables
5
ca · lo · ri · me · ter
Letters
11
c · a · l · o · r · i · m · e · t · e · r
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “calorimeter”
The word “calorimeter” contains 5 syllables, divided as ca · lo · ri · me · ter. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "calorimeter" have?
"calorimeter" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "calorimeter" into syllables?
"calorimeter" is divided into syllables as: ca · lo · ri · me · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "calorimeter"?
The Scrabble score for "calorimeter" is 15 points.
Using “calorimeter” in writing
"calorimeter" (ca · lo · ri · me · ter) 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, “calorimeter” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.