How many syllables in “extracellular”?
syllables in "extracellular"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · tra · cel · lu · lar
Letters
13
e · x · t · r · a · c · e · l · l · u · l · a · r
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “extracellular”
The word “extracellular” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · tra · cel · lu · lar. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "extracellular" have?
"extracellular" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "extracellular" into syllables?
"extracellular" is divided into syllables as: ex · tra · cel · lu · lar.
What is the Scrabble score for "extracellular"?
The Scrabble score for "extracellular" is 22 points.
Using “extracellular” in writing
"extracellular" (ex · tra · cel · lu · lar) 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, “extracellular” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.