How many syllables in “intracerebral”?
syllables in "intracerebral"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · tra · ce · re · bral
Letters
13
i · n · t · r · a · c · e · r · e · b · r · a · l
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “intracerebral”
The word “intracerebral” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · tra · ce · re · bral. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intracerebral" have?
"intracerebral" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intracerebral" into syllables?
"intracerebral" is divided into syllables as: in · tra · ce · re · bral.
What is the Scrabble score for "intracerebral"?
The Scrabble score for "intracerebral" is 17 points.
Using “intracerebral” in writing
"intracerebral" (in · tra · ce · re · 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, “intracerebral” 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.