How many syllables in “fibroblasts”?
syllables in "fibroblasts"
Word details
Syllables
3
fi · bro · blasts
Letters
11
f · i · b · r · o · b · l · a · s · t · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “fibroblasts”
The word “fibroblasts” contains 3 syllables, divided as fi · bro · blasts. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fibroblasts" have?
"fibroblasts" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "fibroblasts" into syllables?
"fibroblasts" is divided into syllables as: fi · bro · blasts.
What is the Scrabble score for "fibroblasts"?
The Scrabble score for "fibroblasts" is 18 points.
Using “fibroblasts” in writing
Three-syllable words like "fibroblasts" (fi · bro · blasts) 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, “fibroblasts” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.