How many syllables in “crossopterygians”?
syllables in "crossopterygians"
Word details
Syllables
5
cros · sop · te · ry · gians
Letters
16
c · r · o · s · s · o · p · t · e · r · y · g · i · a · n · s
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “crossopterygians”
The word “crossopterygians” contains 5 syllables, divided as cros · sop · te · ry · gians. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crossopterygians" have?
"crossopterygians" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "crossopterygians" into syllables?
"crossopterygians" is divided into syllables as: cros · sop · te · ry · gians.
What is the Scrabble score for "crossopterygians"?
The Scrabble score for "crossopterygians" is 24 points.
Using “crossopterygians” in writing
"crossopterygians" (cros · sop · te · ry · gians) 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, “crossopterygians” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.