How many syllables in “mesophylls”?
syllables in "mesophylls"
Word details
Syllables
3
me · sop · hylls
Letters
10
m · e · s · o · p · h · y · l · l · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “mesophylls”
The word “mesophylls” contains 3 syllables, divided as me · sop · hylls. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mesophylls" have?
"mesophylls" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "mesophylls" into syllables?
"mesophylls" is divided into syllables as: me · sop · hylls.
What is the Scrabble score for "mesophylls"?
The Scrabble score for "mesophylls" is 20 points.
Using “mesophylls” in writing
Three-syllable words like "mesophylls" (me · sop · hylls) 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, “mesophylls” 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.