How many syllables in “folliculitis”?
syllables in "folliculitis"
Word details
Syllables
5
fol · li · cu · li · tis
Letters
12
f · o · l · l · i · c · u · l · i · t · i · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “folliculitis”
The word “folliculitis” contains 5 syllables, divided as fol · li · cu · li · tis. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "folliculitis" have?
"folliculitis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "folliculitis" into syllables?
"folliculitis" is divided into syllables as: fol · li · cu · li · tis.
What is the Scrabble score for "folliculitis"?
The Scrabble score for "folliculitis" is 17 points.
Using “folliculitis” in writing
"folliculitis" (fol · li · cu · li · tis) 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, “folliculitis” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.