How many syllables in “cephalothorax”?
syllables in "cephalothorax"
Word details
Syllables
5
cep · ha · lot · ho · rax
Letters
13
c · e · p · h · a · l · o · t · h · o · r · a · x
Scrabble
30
points
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About the word “cephalothorax”
The word “cephalothorax” contains 5 syllables, divided as cep · ha · lot · ho · rax. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cephalothorax" have?
"cephalothorax" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cephalothorax" into syllables?
"cephalothorax" is divided into syllables as: cep · ha · lot · ho · rax.
What is the Scrabble score for "cephalothorax"?
The Scrabble score for "cephalothorax" is 30 points.
Using “cephalothorax” in writing
"cephalothorax" (cep · ha · lot · ho · rax) 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, “cephalothorax” is worth 30 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.