How many syllables in “interphase”?
syllables in "interphase"
Word details
Syllables
3
inte · rpha · se
Letters
10
i · n · t · e · r · p · h · a · s · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “interphase”
The word “interphase” contains 3 syllables, divided as inte · rpha · se. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "interphase" have?
"interphase" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "interphase" into syllables?
"interphase" is divided into syllables as: inte · rpha · se.
What is the Scrabble score for "interphase"?
The Scrabble score for "interphase" is 15 points.
Using “interphase” in writing
Three-syllable words like "interphase" (inte · rpha · se) 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, “interphase” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “interphase”
The letters in “interphase” can be rearranged to spell one other word: antiherpes.