How many syllables in “contralateral”?
syllables in "contralateral"
Word details
Syllables
5
con · tra · la · te · ral
Letters
13
c · o · n · t · r · a · l · a · t · e · r · a · l
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “contralateral”
The word “contralateral” contains 5 syllables, divided as con · tra · la · te · ral. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "contralateral" have?
"contralateral" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "contralateral" into syllables?
"contralateral" is divided into syllables as: con · tra · la · te · ral.
What is the Scrabble score for "contralateral"?
The Scrabble score for "contralateral" is 15 points.
Using “contralateral” in writing
"contralateral" (con · tra · la · te · ral) 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, “contralateral” 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.