How many syllables in “micrometeoroid”?
syllables in "micrometeoroid"
Word details
Syllables
5
mi · cro · me · teo · roid
Letters
14
m · i · c · r · o · m · e · t · e · o · r · o · i · d
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “micrometeoroid”
The word “micrometeoroid” contains 5 syllables, divided as mi · cro · me · teo · roid. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "micrometeoroid" have?
"micrometeoroid" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "micrometeoroid" into syllables?
"micrometeoroid" is divided into syllables as: mi · cro · me · teo · roid.
What is the Scrabble score for "micrometeoroid"?
The Scrabble score for "micrometeoroid" is 21 points.
Using “micrometeoroid” in writing
"micrometeoroid" (mi · cro · me · teo · roid) 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, “micrometeoroid” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.