How many syllables in “mycobacteria”?
syllables in "mycobacteria"
Word details
Syllables
5
my · co · bac · te · ria
Letters
12
m · y · c · o · b · a · c · t · e · r · i · a
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “mycobacteria”
The word “mycobacteria” contains 5 syllables, divided as my · co · bac · te · ria. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mycobacteria" have?
"mycobacteria" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "mycobacteria" into syllables?
"mycobacteria" is divided into syllables as: my · co · bac · te · ria.
What is the Scrabble score for "mycobacteria"?
The Scrabble score for "mycobacteria" is 23 points.
Using “mycobacteria” in writing
"mycobacteria" (my · co · bac · te · ria) 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, “mycobacteria” 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.