How many syllables in “chromosomally”?
syllables in "chromosomally"
Word details
Syllables
5
chro · mo · so · mal · ly
Letters
13
c · h · r · o · m · o · s · o · m · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
25
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About the word “chromosomally”
The word “chromosomally” contains 5 syllables, divided as chro · mo · so · mal · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chromosomally" have?
"chromosomally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "chromosomally" into syllables?
"chromosomally" is divided into syllables as: chro · mo · so · mal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "chromosomally"?
The Scrabble score for "chromosomally" is 25 points.
Using “chromosomally” in writing
"chromosomally" (chro · mo · so · mal · ly) 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, “chromosomally” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.