How many syllables in “ipsilateral”?
syllables in "ipsilateral"
Word details
Syllables
5
ip · si · la · te · ral
Letters
11
i · p · s · i · l · a · t · e · r · a · l
Scrabble
13
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About the word “ipsilateral”
The word “ipsilateral” contains 5 syllables, divided as ip · si · la · te · ral. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ipsilateral" have?
"ipsilateral" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ipsilateral" into syllables?
"ipsilateral" is divided into syllables as: ip · si · la · te · ral.
What is the Scrabble score for "ipsilateral"?
The Scrabble score for "ipsilateral" is 13 points.
Using “ipsilateral” in writing
"ipsilateral" (ip · si · la · te · ral) 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, “ipsilateral” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.