How many syllables in “electrolytes”?
syllables in "electrolytes"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · lec · tro · ly · tes
Letters
12
e · l · e · c · t · r · o · l · y · t · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “electrolytes”
The word “electrolytes” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · lec · tro · ly · tes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "electrolytes" have?
"electrolytes" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "electrolytes" into syllables?
"electrolytes" is divided into syllables as: e · lec · tro · ly · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "electrolytes"?
The Scrabble score for "electrolytes" is 17 points.
Using “electrolytes” in writing
"electrolytes" (e · lec · tro · ly · tes) 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, “electrolytes” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.