How many syllables in “lyophilises”?
syllables in "lyophilises"
Word details
Syllables
3
lyop · hili · ses
Letters
11
l · y · o · p · h · i · l · i · s · e · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “lyophilises”
The word “lyophilises” contains 3 syllables, divided as lyop · hili · ses. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lyophilises" have?
"lyophilises" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "lyophilises" into syllables?
"lyophilises" is divided into syllables as: lyop · hili · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "lyophilises"?
The Scrabble score for "lyophilises" is 19 points.
Using “lyophilises” in writing
Three-syllable words like "lyophilises" (lyop · hili · ses) 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, “lyophilises” 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.