How many syllables in “internucleotide”?
syllables in "internucleotide"
Word details
Syllables
5
int · ern · ucl · eot · ide
Letters
15
i · n · t · e · r · n · u · c · l · e · o · t · i · d · e
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “internucleotide”
The word “internucleotide” contains 5 syllables, divided as int · ern · ucl · eot · ide. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "internucleotide" have?
"internucleotide" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "internucleotide" into syllables?
"internucleotide" is divided into syllables as: int · ern · ucl · eot · ide.
What is the Scrabble score for "internucleotide"?
The Scrabble score for "internucleotide" is 18 points.
Using “internucleotide” in writing
"internucleotide" (int · ern · ucl · eot · ide) 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, “internucleotide” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.