How many syllables in “deuterostomes”?
syllables in "deuterostomes"
Word details
Syllables
5
deu · te · ro · sto · mes
Letters
13
d · e · u · t · e · r · o · s · t · o · m · e · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “deuterostomes”
The word “deuterostomes” contains 5 syllables, divided as deu · te · ro · sto · mes. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deuterostomes" have?
"deuterostomes" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "deuterostomes" into syllables?
"deuterostomes" is divided into syllables as: deu · te · ro · sto · mes.
What is the Scrabble score for "deuterostomes"?
The Scrabble score for "deuterostomes" is 16 points.
Using “deuterostomes” in writing
"deuterostomes" (deu · te · ro · sto · mes) 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, “deuterostomes” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.