How many syllables in “lyophilised”?
syllables in "lyophilised"
Word details
Syllables
3
lyop · hili · sed
Letters
11
l · y · o · p · h · i · l · i · s · e · d
Scrabble
20
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About the word “lyophilised”
The word “lyophilised” contains 3 syllables, divided as lyop · hili · sed. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lyophilised" have?
"lyophilised" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "lyophilised" into syllables?
"lyophilised" is divided into syllables as: lyop · hili · sed.
What is the Scrabble score for "lyophilised"?
The Scrabble score for "lyophilised" is 20 points.
Using “lyophilised” in writing
Three-syllable words like "lyophilised" (lyop · hili · sed) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “lyophilised” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.