How many syllables in “fossiliferous”?
syllables in "fossiliferous"
Word details
Syllables
5
fos · si · li · fe · rous
Letters
13
f · o · s · s · i · l · i · f · e · r · o · u · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “fossiliferous”
The word “fossiliferous” contains 5 syllables, divided as fos · si · li · fe · rous. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fossiliferous" have?
"fossiliferous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "fossiliferous" into syllables?
"fossiliferous" is divided into syllables as: fos · si · li · fe · rous.
What is the Scrabble score for "fossiliferous"?
The Scrabble score for "fossiliferous" is 19 points.
Using “fossiliferous” in writing
"fossiliferous" (fos · si · li · fe · rous) 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, “fossiliferous” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.