How many syllables in “lactobacillus”?
syllables in "lactobacillus"
Word details
Syllables
5
lac · to · ba · cil · lus
Letters
13
l · a · c · t · o · b · a · c · i · l · l · u · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “lactobacillus”
The word “lactobacillus” contains 5 syllables, divided as lac · to · ba · cil · lus. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lactobacillus" have?
"lactobacillus" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "lactobacillus" into syllables?
"lactobacillus" is divided into syllables as: lac · to · ba · cil · lus.
What is the Scrabble score for "lactobacillus"?
The Scrabble score for "lactobacillus" is 19 points.
Using “lactobacillus” in writing
"lactobacillus" (lac · to · ba · cil · lus) 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, “lactobacillus” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.