How many syllables in “metaphosphates”?
syllables in "metaphosphates"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · tap · hos · pha · tes
Letters
14
m · e · t · a · p · h · o · s · p · h · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “metaphosphates”
The word “metaphosphates” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · tap · hos · pha · tes. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "metaphosphates" have?
"metaphosphates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "metaphosphates" into syllables?
"metaphosphates" is divided into syllables as: me · tap · hos · pha · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "metaphosphates"?
The Scrabble score for "metaphosphates" is 26 points.
Using “metaphosphates” in writing
"metaphosphates" (me · tap · hos · pha · tes) 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, “metaphosphates” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.