How many syllables in “microcapsule”?
syllables in "microcapsule"
Word details
Syllables
5
mi · cro · cap · su · le
Letters
12
m · i · c · r · o · c · a · p · s · u · l · e
Scrabble
20
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About the word “microcapsule”
The word “microcapsule” contains 5 syllables, divided as mi · cro · cap · su · le. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "microcapsule" have?
"microcapsule" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "microcapsule" into syllables?
"microcapsule" is divided into syllables as: mi · cro · cap · su · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "microcapsule"?
The Scrabble score for "microcapsule" is 20 points.
Using “microcapsule” in writing
"microcapsule" (mi · cro · cap · su · le) 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, “microcapsule” 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.