How many syllables in “microfilaments”?
syllables in "microfilaments"
Word details
Syllables
5
mi · cro · fi · la · ments
Letters
14
m · i · c · r · o · f · i · l · a · m · e · n · t · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “microfilaments”
The word “microfilaments” contains 5 syllables, divided as mi · cro · fi · la · ments. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "microfilaments" have?
"microfilaments" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "microfilaments" into syllables?
"microfilaments" is divided into syllables as: mi · cro · fi · la · ments.
What is the Scrabble score for "microfilaments"?
The Scrabble score for "microfilaments" is 23 points.
Using “microfilaments” in writing
"microfilaments" (mi · cro · fi · la · ments) 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, “microfilaments” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.