How many syllables in “microcephalies”?
syllables in "microcephalies"
Word details
Syllables
5
mi · cro · cep · ha · lies
Letters
14
m · i · c · r · o · c · e · p · h · a · l · i · e · s
Scrabble
25
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “microcephalies”
The word “microcephalies” contains 5 syllables, divided as mi · cro · cep · ha · lies. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "microcephalies" have?
"microcephalies" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "microcephalies" into syllables?
"microcephalies" is divided into syllables as: mi · cro · cep · ha · lies.
What is the Scrabble score for "microcephalies"?
The Scrabble score for "microcephalies" is 25 points.
Using “microcephalies” in writing
"microcephalies" (mi · cro · cep · ha · lies) 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, “microcephalies” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.