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How many syllables in “chloroplasts”?

3

syllables in "chloroplasts"

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Word details

Syllables

3

chlo · ro · plasts

Letters

12

c · h · l · o · r · o · p · l · a · s · t · s

Scrabble

19

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
h4
l1
o1
r1
o1
p3
l1
a1
s1
t1
s1

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About the word “chloroplasts

The word chloroplasts contains 3 syllables, divided as chlo · ro · plasts. It has 12 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "chloroplasts" have?

"chloroplasts" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "chloroplasts" into syllables?

"chloroplasts" is divided into syllables as: chlo · ro · plasts.

What is the Scrabble score for "chloroplasts"?

The Scrabble score for "chloroplasts" is 19 points.

Using “chloroplasts” in writing

Three-syllable words like "chloroplasts" (chlo · ro · plasts) 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, chloroplasts is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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