How many syllables in “cytochalasin”?
syllables in "cytochalasin"
Word details
Syllables
5
cy · toc · ha · la · sin
Letters
12
c · y · t · o · c · h · a · l · a · s · i · n
Scrabble
22
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About the word “cytochalasin”
The word “cytochalasin” contains 5 syllables, divided as cy · toc · ha · la · sin. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cytochalasin" have?
"cytochalasin" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cytochalasin" into syllables?
"cytochalasin" is divided into syllables as: cy · toc · ha · la · sin.
What is the Scrabble score for "cytochalasin"?
The Scrabble score for "cytochalasin" is 22 points.
Using “cytochalasin” in writing
"cytochalasin" (cy · toc · ha · la · sin) 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, “cytochalasin” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.