How many syllables in “collembolan”?
syllables in "collembolan"
Word details
Syllables
4
col · lem · bo · lan
Letters
11
c · o · l · l · e · m · b · o · l · a · n
Scrabble
17
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About the word “collembolan”
The word “collembolan” contains 4 syllables, divided as col · lem · bo · lan. It has 11 letters.
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How many syllables does "collembolan" have?
"collembolan" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "collembolan" into syllables?
"collembolan" is divided into syllables as: col · lem · bo · lan.
What is the Scrabble score for "collembolan"?
The Scrabble score for "collembolan" is 17 points.
Using “collembolan” in writing
Four-syllable words like "collembolan" (col · lem · bo · lan) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “collembolan” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.