How many syllables in “ephemerides”?
syllables in "ephemerides"
Word details
Syllables
5
ep · he · me · ri · des
Letters
11
e · p · h · e · m · e · r · i · d · e · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “ephemerides”
The word “ephemerides” contains 5 syllables, divided as ep · he · me · ri · des. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ephemerides" have?
"ephemerides" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ephemerides" into syllables?
"ephemerides" is divided into syllables as: ep · he · me · ri · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "ephemerides"?
The Scrabble score for "ephemerides" is 19 points.
Using “ephemerides” in writing
"ephemerides" (ep · he · me · ri · des) 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, “ephemerides” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.