How many syllables in “microscopical”?
syllables in "microscopical"
Word details
Syllables
5
mi · cro · sco · pi · cal
Letters
13
m · i · c · r · o · s · c · o · p · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “microscopical”
The word “microscopical” contains 5 syllables, divided as mi · cro · sco · pi · cal. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "microscopical" have?
"microscopical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "microscopical" into syllables?
"microscopical" is divided into syllables as: mi · cro · sco · pi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "microscopical"?
The Scrabble score for "microscopical" is 23 points.
Using “microscopical” in writing
"microscopical" (mi · cro · sco · pi · cal) 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, “microscopical” 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.