How many syllables in “electrophorese”?
syllables in "electrophorese"
Word details
Syllables
5
ele · ctr · oph · ore · se
Letters
14
e · l · e · c · t · r · o · p · h · o · r · e · s · e
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “electrophorese”
The word “electrophorese” contains 5 syllables, divided as ele · ctr · oph · ore · se. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "electrophorese" have?
"electrophorese" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "electrophorese" into syllables?
"electrophorese" is divided into syllables as: ele · ctr · oph · ore · se.
What is the Scrabble score for "electrophorese"?
The Scrabble score for "electrophorese" is 21 points.
Using “electrophorese” in writing
"electrophorese" (ele · ctr · oph · ore · se) 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, “electrophorese” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.