How many syllables in “gastrulae”?
syllables in "gastrulae"
Word details
Syllables
3
ga · stru · lae
Letters
9
g · a · s · t · r · u · l · a · e
Scrabble
10
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About the word “gastrulae”
The word “gastrulae” contains 3 syllables, divided as ga · stru · lae. It has 9 letters.
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How many syllables does "gastrulae" have?
"gastrulae" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "gastrulae" into syllables?
"gastrulae" is divided into syllables as: ga · stru · lae.
What is the Scrabble score for "gastrulae"?
The Scrabble score for "gastrulae" is 10 points.
Using “gastrulae” in writing
Three-syllable words like "gastrulae" (ga · stru · lae) 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, “gastrulae” is worth 10 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.