How many syllables in “intertropical”?
syllables in "intertropical"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · ter · tro · pi · cal
Letters
13
i · n · t · e · r · t · r · o · p · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
17
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About the word “intertropical”
The word “intertropical” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · ter · tro · pi · cal. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intertropical" have?
"intertropical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intertropical" into syllables?
"intertropical" is divided into syllables as: in · ter · tro · pi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "intertropical"?
The Scrabble score for "intertropical" is 17 points.
Using “intertropical” in writing
"intertropical" (in · ter · tro · pi · cal) 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, “intertropical” 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.