How many syllables in “monophyletic”?
syllables in "monophyletic"
Word details
Syllables
5
mo · nop · hy · le · tic
Letters
12
m · o · n · o · p · h · y · l · e · t · i · c
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “monophyletic”
The word “monophyletic” contains 5 syllables, divided as mo · nop · hy · le · tic. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "monophyletic" have?
"monophyletic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "monophyletic" into syllables?
"monophyletic" is divided into syllables as: mo · nop · hy · le · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "monophyletic"?
The Scrabble score for "monophyletic" is 24 points.
Using “monophyletic” in writing
"monophyletic" (mo · nop · hy · le · tic) 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, “monophyletic” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.