How many syllables in “lactobacilli”?
syllables in "lactobacilli"
Word details
Syllables
5
lac · to · ba · cil · li
Letters
12
l · a · c · t · o · b · a · c · i · l · l · i
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “lactobacilli”
The word “lactobacilli” contains 5 syllables, divided as lac · to · ba · cil · li. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lactobacilli" have?
"lactobacilli" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "lactobacilli" into syllables?
"lactobacilli" is divided into syllables as: lac · to · ba · cil · li.
What is the Scrabble score for "lactobacilli"?
The Scrabble score for "lactobacilli" is 18 points.
Using “lactobacilli” in writing
"lactobacilli" (lac · to · ba · cil · li) 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, “lactobacilli” 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.