How many syllables in “flagellin”?
syllables in "flagellin"
Word details
Syllables
3
fla · gel · lin
Letters
9
f · l · a · g · e · l · l · i · n
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “flagellin”
The word “flagellin” contains 3 syllables, divided as fla · gel · lin. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flagellin" have?
"flagellin" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "flagellin" into syllables?
"flagellin" is divided into syllables as: fla · gel · lin.
What is the Scrabble score for "flagellin"?
The Scrabble score for "flagellin" is 13 points.
Using “flagellin” in writing
Three-syllable words like "flagellin" (fla · gel · lin) 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, “flagellin” is worth 13 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.