How many syllables in “lepidopterous”?
syllables in "lepidopterous"
Word details
Syllables
5
le · pi · dop · te · rous
Letters
13
l · e · p · i · d · o · p · t · e · r · o · u · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “lepidopterous”
The word “lepidopterous” contains 5 syllables, divided as le · pi · dop · te · rous. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lepidopterous" have?
"lepidopterous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "lepidopterous" into syllables?
"lepidopterous" is divided into syllables as: le · pi · dop · te · rous.
What is the Scrabble score for "lepidopterous"?
The Scrabble score for "lepidopterous" is 18 points.
Using “lepidopterous” in writing
"lepidopterous" (le · pi · dop · te · rous) 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, “lepidopterous” 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.