How many syllables in “decarboxylases”?
syllables in "decarboxylases"
Word details
Syllables
5
dec · arb · oxy · las · es
Letters
14
d · e · c · a · r · b · o · x · y · l · a · s · e · s
Scrabble
29
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About the word “decarboxylases”
The word “decarboxylases” contains 5 syllables, divided as dec · arb · oxy · las · es. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "decarboxylases" have?
"decarboxylases" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "decarboxylases" into syllables?
"decarboxylases" is divided into syllables as: dec · arb · oxy · las · es.
What is the Scrabble score for "decarboxylases"?
The Scrabble score for "decarboxylases" is 29 points.
Using “decarboxylases” in writing
"decarboxylases" (dec · arb · oxy · las · es) 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, “decarboxylases” is worth 29 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.