How many syllables in “kinetochores”?
syllables in "kinetochores"
Word details
Syllables
5
ki · ne · toc · ho · res
Letters
12
k · i · n · e · t · o · c · h · o · r · e · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “kinetochores”
The word “kinetochores” contains 5 syllables, divided as ki · ne · toc · ho · res. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kinetochores" have?
"kinetochores" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "kinetochores" into syllables?
"kinetochores" is divided into syllables as: ki · ne · toc · ho · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "kinetochores"?
The Scrabble score for "kinetochores" is 21 points.
Using “kinetochores” in writing
"kinetochores" (ki · ne · toc · ho · res) 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, “kinetochores” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.