How many syllables in “crocidolites”?
syllables in "crocidolites"
Word details
Syllables
5
cro · ci · do · li · tes
Letters
12
c · r · o · c · i · d · o · l · i · t · e · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “crocidolites”
The word “crocidolites” contains 5 syllables, divided as cro · ci · do · li · tes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crocidolites" have?
"crocidolites" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "crocidolites" into syllables?
"crocidolites" is divided into syllables as: cro · ci · do · li · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "crocidolites"?
The Scrabble score for "crocidolites" is 17 points.
Using “crocidolites” in writing
"crocidolites" (cro · ci · do · li · 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, “crocidolites” 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.