How many syllables in “metencephala”?
syllables in "metencephala"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · ten · cep · ha · la
Letters
12
m · e · t · e · n · c · e · p · h · a · l · a
Scrabble
21
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About the word “metencephala”
The word “metencephala” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · ten · cep · ha · la. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "metencephala" have?
"metencephala" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "metencephala" into syllables?
"metencephala" is divided into syllables as: me · ten · cep · ha · la.
What is the Scrabble score for "metencephala"?
The Scrabble score for "metencephala" is 21 points.
Using “metencephala” in writing
"metencephala" (me · ten · cep · ha · la) 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, “metencephala” 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.