How many syllables in “metathoracic”?
syllables in "metathoracic"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · tat · ho · ra · cic
Letters
12
m · e · t · a · t · h · o · r · a · c · i · c
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “metathoracic”
The word “metathoracic” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · tat · ho · ra · cic. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "metathoracic" have?
"metathoracic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "metathoracic" into syllables?
"metathoracic" is divided into syllables as: me · tat · ho · ra · cic.
What is the Scrabble score for "metathoracic"?
The Scrabble score for "metathoracic" is 21 points.
Using “metathoracic” in writing
"metathoracic" (me · tat · ho · ra · cic) 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, “metathoracic” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.