How many syllables in “conidiophores”?
syllables in "conidiophores"
Word details
Syllables
5
co · ni · diop · ho · res
Letters
13
c · o · n · i · d · i · o · p · h · o · r · e · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “conidiophores”
The word “conidiophores” contains 5 syllables, divided as co · ni · diop · ho · res. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "conidiophores" have?
"conidiophores" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "conidiophores" into syllables?
"conidiophores" is divided into syllables as: co · ni · diop · ho · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "conidiophores"?
The Scrabble score for "conidiophores" is 21 points.
Using “conidiophores” in writing
"conidiophores" (co · ni · diop · ho · res) 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, “conidiophores” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.