How many syllables in “entomophilous”?
syllables in "entomophilous"
Word details
Syllables
5
en · to · mop · hi · lous
Letters
13
e · n · t · o · m · o · p · h · i · l · o · u · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “entomophilous”
The word “entomophilous” contains 5 syllables, divided as en · to · mop · hi · lous. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "entomophilous" have?
"entomophilous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "entomophilous" into syllables?
"entomophilous" is divided into syllables as: en · to · mop · hi · lous.
What is the Scrabble score for "entomophilous"?
The Scrabble score for "entomophilous" is 20 points.
Using “entomophilous” in writing
"entomophilous" (en · to · mop · hi · lous) 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, “entomophilous” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.