How many syllables in “mesopelagic”?
syllables in "mesopelagic"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · so · pe · la · gic
Letters
11
m · e · s · o · p · e · l · a · g · i · c
Scrabble
18
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About the word “mesopelagic”
The word “mesopelagic” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · so · pe · la · gic. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mesopelagic" have?
"mesopelagic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "mesopelagic" into syllables?
"mesopelagic" is divided into syllables as: me · so · pe · la · gic.
What is the Scrabble score for "mesopelagic"?
The Scrabble score for "mesopelagic" is 18 points.
Using “mesopelagic” in writing
"mesopelagic" (me · so · pe · la · gic) 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, “mesopelagic” 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.