How many syllables in “naltrexone”?
syllables in "naltrexone"
Word details
Syllables
3
nalt · rexo · ne
Letters
10
n · a · l · t · r · e · x · o · n · e
Scrabble
17
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About the word “naltrexone”
The word “naltrexone” contains 3 syllables, divided as nalt · rexo · ne. It has 10 letters.
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How many syllables does "naltrexone" have?
"naltrexone" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "naltrexone" into syllables?
"naltrexone" is divided into syllables as: nalt · rexo · ne.
What is the Scrabble score for "naltrexone"?
The Scrabble score for "naltrexone" is 17 points.
Using “naltrexone” in writing
Three-syllable words like "naltrexone" (nalt · rexo · ne) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “naltrexone” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.