How many syllables in “entomophagous”?
syllables in "entomophagous"
Word details
Syllables
5
en · to · mop · ha · gous
Letters
13
e · n · t · o · m · o · p · h · a · g · o · u · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “entomophagous”
The word “entomophagous” contains 5 syllables, divided as en · to · mop · ha · gous. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "entomophagous" have?
"entomophagous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "entomophagous" into syllables?
"entomophagous" is divided into syllables as: en · to · mop · ha · gous.
What is the Scrabble score for "entomophagous"?
The Scrabble score for "entomophagous" is 21 points.
Using “entomophagous” in writing
"entomophagous" (en · to · mop · ha · gous) 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, “entomophagous” 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.