How many syllables in “coelenterates”?
syllables in "coelenterates"
Word details
Syllables
5
coe · len · te · ra · tes
Letters
13
c · o · e · l · e · n · t · e · r · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “coelenterates”
The word “coelenterates” contains 5 syllables, divided as coe · len · te · ra · tes. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "coelenterates" have?
"coelenterates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "coelenterates" into syllables?
"coelenterates" is divided into syllables as: coe · len · te · ra · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "coelenterates"?
The Scrabble score for "coelenterates" is 15 points.
Using “coelenterates” in writing
"coelenterates" (coe · len · te · ra · tes) 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, “coelenterates” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.