How many syllables in “microfilarial”?
syllables in "microfilarial"
Word details
Syllables
5
mi · cro · fi · la · rial
Letters
13
m · i · c · r · o · f · i · l · a · r · i · a · l
Scrabble
20
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About the word “microfilarial”
The word “microfilarial” contains 5 syllables, divided as mi · cro · fi · la · rial. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "microfilarial" have?
"microfilarial" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "microfilarial" into syllables?
"microfilarial" is divided into syllables as: mi · cro · fi · la · rial.
What is the Scrabble score for "microfilarial"?
The Scrabble score for "microfilarial" is 20 points.
Using “microfilarial” in writing
"microfilarial" (mi · cro · fi · la · rial) 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, “microfilarial” 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.