How many syllables in “metencephalic”?
syllables in "metencephalic"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · ten · cep · ha · lic
Letters
13
m · e · t · e · n · c · e · p · h · a · l · i · c
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “metencephalic”
The word “metencephalic” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · ten · cep · ha · lic. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "metencephalic" have?
"metencephalic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "metencephalic" into syllables?
"metencephalic" is divided into syllables as: me · ten · cep · ha · lic.
What is the Scrabble score for "metencephalic"?
The Scrabble score for "metencephalic" is 24 points.
Using “metencephalic” in writing
"metencephalic" (me · ten · cep · ha · lic) 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, “metencephalic” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.