How many syllables in “kilocalorie”?
syllables in "kilocalorie"
Word details
Syllables
5
ki · lo · ca · lo · rie
Letters
11
k · i · l · o · c · a · l · o · r · i · e
Scrabble
17
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About the word “kilocalorie”
The word “kilocalorie” contains 5 syllables, divided as ki · lo · ca · lo · rie. It has 11 letters.
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How many syllables does "kilocalorie" have?
"kilocalorie" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "kilocalorie" into syllables?
"kilocalorie" is divided into syllables as: ki · lo · ca · lo · rie.
What is the Scrabble score for "kilocalorie"?
The Scrabble score for "kilocalorie" is 17 points.
Using “kilocalorie” in writing
"kilocalorie" (ki · lo · ca · lo · rie) 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, “kilocalorie” 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.