How many syllables in “lepidoptera”?
syllables in "lepidoptera"
Word details
Syllables
5
le · pi · dop · te · ra
Letters
11
l · e · p · i · d · o · p · t · e · r · a
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “lepidoptera”
The word “lepidoptera” contains 5 syllables, divided as le · pi · dop · te · ra. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lepidoptera" have?
"lepidoptera" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "lepidoptera" into syllables?
"lepidoptera" is divided into syllables as: le · pi · dop · te · ra.
What is the Scrabble score for "lepidoptera"?
The Scrabble score for "lepidoptera" is 16 points.
Using “lepidoptera” in writing
"lepidoptera" (le · pi · dop · te · ra) 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, “lepidoptera” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.