How many syllables in “micrometeorite”?
syllables in "micrometeorite"
Word details
Syllables
5
mic · rom · ete · ori · te
Letters
14
m · i · c · r · o · m · e · t · e · o · r · i · t · e
Scrabble
20
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About the word “micrometeorite”
The word “micrometeorite” contains 5 syllables, divided as mic · rom · ete · ori · te. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "micrometeorite" have?
"micrometeorite" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "micrometeorite" into syllables?
"micrometeorite" is divided into syllables as: mic · rom · ete · ori · te.
What is the Scrabble score for "micrometeorite"?
The Scrabble score for "micrometeorite" is 20 points.
Using “micrometeorite” in writing
"micrometeorite" (mic · rom · ete · ori · te) 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, “micrometeorite” 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.