How many syllables in “mycetophagous”?
syllables in "mycetophagous"
Word details
Syllables
5
my · ce · top · ha · gous
Letters
13
m · y · c · e · t · o · p · h · a · g · o · u · s
Scrabble
26
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About the word “mycetophagous”
The word “mycetophagous” contains 5 syllables, divided as my · ce · top · ha · gous. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mycetophagous" have?
"mycetophagous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "mycetophagous" into syllables?
"mycetophagous" is divided into syllables as: my · ce · top · ha · gous.
What is the Scrabble score for "mycetophagous"?
The Scrabble score for "mycetophagous" is 26 points.
Using “mycetophagous” in writing
"mycetophagous" (my · ce · top · ha · gous) 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, “mycetophagous” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.