How many syllables in “metalliferous”?
syllables in "metalliferous"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · tal · li · fe · rous
Letters
13
m · e · t · a · l · l · i · f · e · r · o · u · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “metalliferous”
The word “metalliferous” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · tal · li · fe · rous. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "metalliferous" have?
"metalliferous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "metalliferous" into syllables?
"metalliferous" is divided into syllables as: me · tal · li · fe · rous.
What is the Scrabble score for "metalliferous"?
The Scrabble score for "metalliferous" is 18 points.
Using “metalliferous” in writing
"metalliferous" (me · tal · li · fe · rous) 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, “metalliferous” 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.