How many syllables in “cycloserines”?
syllables in "cycloserines"
Word details
Syllables
5
cy · clo · se · ri · nes
Letters
12
c · y · c · l · o · s · e · r · i · n · e · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “cycloserines”
The word “cycloserines” contains 5 syllables, divided as cy · clo · se · ri · nes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cycloserines" have?
"cycloserines" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cycloserines" into syllables?
"cycloserines" is divided into syllables as: cy · clo · se · ri · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "cycloserines"?
The Scrabble score for "cycloserines" is 19 points.
Using “cycloserines” in writing
"cycloserines" (cy · clo · se · ri · nes) 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, “cycloserines” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.