How many syllables in “intervertebral”?
syllables in "intervertebral"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · ter · ver · te · bral
Letters
14
i · n · t · e · r · v · e · r · t · e · b · r · a · l
Scrabble
19
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About the word “intervertebral”
The word “intervertebral” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · ter · ver · te · bral. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intervertebral" have?
"intervertebral" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intervertebral" into syllables?
"intervertebral" is divided into syllables as: in · ter · ver · te · bral.
What is the Scrabble score for "intervertebral"?
The Scrabble score for "intervertebral" is 19 points.
Using “intervertebral” in writing
"intervertebral" (in · ter · ver · te · bral) 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, “intervertebral” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.