How many syllables in “chemoreceptive”?
syllables in "chemoreceptive"
Word details
Syllables
5
che · mor · ece · pti · ve
Letters
14
c · h · e · m · o · r · e · c · e · p · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “chemoreceptive”
The word “chemoreceptive” contains 5 syllables, divided as che · mor · ece · pti · ve. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chemoreceptive" have?
"chemoreceptive" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "chemoreceptive" into syllables?
"chemoreceptive" is divided into syllables as: che · mor · ece · pti · ve.
What is the Scrabble score for "chemoreceptive"?
The Scrabble score for "chemoreceptive" is 28 points.
Using “chemoreceptive” in writing
"chemoreceptive" (che · mor · ece · pti · ve) 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, “chemoreceptive” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.