How many syllables in “esterase”?
syllables in "esterase"
Word details
Syllables
3
est · era · se
Letters
8
e · s · t · e · r · a · s · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “esterase”
The word “esterase” contains 3 syllables, divided as est · era · se. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "esterase" have?
"esterase" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "esterase" into syllables?
"esterase" is divided into syllables as: est · era · se.
What is the Scrabble score for "esterase"?
The Scrabble score for "esterase" is 8 points.
Using “esterase” in writing
Three-syllable words like "esterase" (est · era · se) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “esterase” is worth 8 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “esterase”
The letters in “esterase” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tesserae.