How many syllables in “myrmecophiles”?
syllables in "myrmecophiles"
Word details
Syllables
5
myr · me · cop · hi · les
Letters
13
m · y · r · m · e · c · o · p · h · i · l · e · s
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “myrmecophiles”
The word “myrmecophiles” contains 5 syllables, divided as myr · me · cop · hi · les. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "myrmecophiles" have?
"myrmecophiles" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "myrmecophiles" into syllables?
"myrmecophiles" is divided into syllables as: myr · me · cop · hi · les.
What is the Scrabble score for "myrmecophiles"?
The Scrabble score for "myrmecophiles" is 27 points.
Using “myrmecophiles” in writing
"myrmecophiles" (myr · me · cop · hi · les) 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, “myrmecophiles” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.