How many syllables in “chemoreceptor”?
syllables in "chemoreceptor"
Word details
Syllables
5
che · mo · re · cep · tor
Letters
13
c · h · e · m · o · r · e · c · e · p · t · o · r
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “chemoreceptor”
The word “chemoreceptor” contains 5 syllables, divided as che · mo · re · cep · tor. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chemoreceptor" have?
"chemoreceptor" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "chemoreceptor" into syllables?
"chemoreceptor" is divided into syllables as: che · mo · re · cep · tor.
What is the Scrabble score for "chemoreceptor"?
The Scrabble score for "chemoreceptor" is 24 points.
Using “chemoreceptor” in writing
"chemoreceptor" (che · mo · re · cep · tor) 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, “chemoreceptor” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.