How many syllables in “micropores”?
syllables in "micropores"
Word details
Syllables
4
mi · cro · po · res
Letters
10
m · i · c · r · o · p · o · r · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “micropores”
The word “micropores” contains 4 syllables, divided as mi · cro · po · res. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "micropores" have?
"micropores" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "micropores" into syllables?
"micropores" is divided into syllables as: mi · cro · po · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "micropores"?
The Scrabble score for "micropores" is 16 points.
Using “micropores” in writing
Four-syllable words like "micropores" (mi · cro · po · res) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “micropores” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “micropores”
The letters in “micropores” can be rearranged to spell one other word: microspore.