How many syllables in “kinetochore”?
syllables in "kinetochore"
Word details
Syllables
4
kin · eto · cho · re
Letters
11
k · i · n · e · t · o · c · h · o · r · e
Scrabble
20
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About the word “kinetochore”
The word “kinetochore” contains 4 syllables, divided as kin · eto · cho · re. It has 11 letters.
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How many syllables does "kinetochore" have?
"kinetochore" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "kinetochore" into syllables?
"kinetochore" is divided into syllables as: kin · eto · cho · re.
What is the Scrabble score for "kinetochore"?
The Scrabble score for "kinetochore" is 20 points.
Using “kinetochore” in writing
Four-syllable words like "kinetochore" (kin · eto · cho · re) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “kinetochore” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.