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How many syllables in “gametophytic”?

5

syllables in "gametophytic"

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Word details

Syllables

5

ga · me · top · hy · tic

Letters

12

g · a · m · e · t · o · p · h · y · t · i · c

Scrabble

25

points

Scrabble letter values

g2
a1
m3
e1
t1
o1
p3
h4
y4
t1
i1
c3

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About the word “gametophytic

The word gametophytic contains 5 syllables, divided as ga · me · top · hy · tic. It has 12 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "gametophytic" have?

"gametophytic" has 5 syllables.

How do you divide "gametophytic" into syllables?

"gametophytic" is divided into syllables as: ga · me · top · hy · tic.

What is the Scrabble score for "gametophytic"?

The Scrabble score for "gametophytic" is 25 points.

Using “gametophytic” in writing

"gametophytic" (ga · me · top · hy · tic) 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, gametophytic is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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