How many syllables in “metallophones”?
syllables in "metallophones"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · tal · lop · ho · nes
Letters
13
m · e · t · a · l · l · o · p · h · o · n · e · s
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “metallophones”
The word “metallophones” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · tal · lop · ho · nes. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "metallophones" have?
"metallophones" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "metallophones" into syllables?
"metallophones" is divided into syllables as: me · tal · lop · ho · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "metallophones"?
The Scrabble score for "metallophones" is 20 points.
Using “metallophones” in writing
"metallophones" (me · tal · lop · ho · nes) 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, “metallophones” 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.