How many syllables in “kilocalories”?
syllables in "kilocalories"
Word details
Syllables
5
ki · lo · ca · lo · ries
Letters
12
k · i · l · o · c · a · l · o · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “kilocalories”
The word “kilocalories” contains 5 syllables, divided as ki · lo · ca · lo · ries. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "kilocalories" have?
"kilocalories" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "kilocalories" into syllables?
"kilocalories" is divided into syllables as: ki · lo · ca · lo · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "kilocalories"?
The Scrabble score for "kilocalories" is 18 points.
Using “kilocalories” in writing
"kilocalories" (ki · lo · ca · lo · ries) 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, “kilocalories” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.