How many syllables in “furunculoses”?
syllables in "furunculoses"
Word details
Syllables
4
fur · unc · ulo · ses
Letters
12
f · u · r · u · n · c · u · l · o · s · e · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “furunculoses”
The word “furunculoses” contains 4 syllables, divided as fur · unc · ulo · ses. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "furunculoses" have?
"furunculoses" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "furunculoses" into syllables?
"furunculoses" is divided into syllables as: fur · unc · ulo · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "furunculoses"?
The Scrabble score for "furunculoses" is 17 points.
Using “furunculoses” in writing
Four-syllable words like "furunculoses" (fur · unc · ulo · ses) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “furunculoses” 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.