How many syllables in “enteroviruses”?
syllables in "enteroviruses"
Word details
Syllables
5
ent · ero · vir · use · s
Letters
13
e · n · t · e · r · o · v · i · r · u · s · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “enteroviruses”
The word “enteroviruses” contains 5 syllables, divided as ent · ero · vir · use · s. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "enteroviruses" have?
"enteroviruses" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "enteroviruses" into syllables?
"enteroviruses" is divided into syllables as: ent · ero · vir · use · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "enteroviruses"?
The Scrabble score for "enteroviruses" is 16 points.
Using “enteroviruses” in writing
"enteroviruses" (ent · ero · vir · use · s) 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, “enteroviruses” 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.