How many syllables in “insectivores”?
syllables in "insectivores"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · sec · ti · vo · res
Letters
12
i · n · s · e · c · t · i · v · o · r · e · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “insectivores”
The word “insectivores” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · sec · ti · vo · res. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "insectivores" have?
"insectivores" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "insectivores" into syllables?
"insectivores" is divided into syllables as: in · sec · ti · vo · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "insectivores"?
The Scrabble score for "insectivores" is 17 points.
Using “insectivores” in writing
"insectivores" (in · sec · ti · vo · res) 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, “insectivores” 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.