How many syllables in “epiglottides”?
syllables in "epiglottides"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · pi · glot · ti · des
Letters
12
e · p · i · g · l · o · t · t · i · d · e · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “epiglottides”
The word “epiglottides” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · pi · glot · ti · des. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "epiglottides" have?
"epiglottides" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "epiglottides" into syllables?
"epiglottides" is divided into syllables as: e · pi · glot · ti · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "epiglottides"?
The Scrabble score for "epiglottides" is 16 points.
Using “epiglottides” in writing
"epiglottides" (e · pi · glot · ti · 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, “epiglottides” 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.