How many syllables in “meristematic”?
syllables in "meristematic"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · ri · ste · ma · tic
Letters
12
m · e · r · i · s · t · e · m · a · t · i · c
Scrabble
18
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About the word “meristematic”
The word “meristematic” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · ri · ste · ma · tic. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "meristematic" have?
"meristematic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "meristematic" into syllables?
"meristematic" is divided into syllables as: me · ri · ste · ma · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "meristematic"?
The Scrabble score for "meristematic" is 18 points.
Using “meristematic” in writing
"meristematic" (me · ri · ste · ma · tic) 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, “meristematic” 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.