How many syllables in “cytochalasins”?
syllables in "cytochalasins"
Word details
Syllables
5
cy · toc · ha · la · sins
Letters
13
c · y · t · o · c · h · a · l · a · s · i · n · s
Scrabble
23
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About the word “cytochalasins”
The word “cytochalasins” contains 5 syllables, divided as cy · toc · ha · la · sins. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cytochalasins" have?
"cytochalasins" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cytochalasins" into syllables?
"cytochalasins" is divided into syllables as: cy · toc · ha · la · sins.
What is the Scrabble score for "cytochalasins"?
The Scrabble score for "cytochalasins" is 23 points.
Using “cytochalasins” in writing
"cytochalasins" (cy · toc · ha · la · sins) 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, “cytochalasins” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.