How many syllables in “nephelinites”?
syllables in "nephelinites"
Word details
Syllables
5
nep · he · li · ni · tes
Letters
12
n · e · p · h · e · l · i · n · i · t · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “nephelinites”
The word “nephelinites” contains 5 syllables, divided as nep · he · li · ni · tes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nephelinites" have?
"nephelinites" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nephelinites" into syllables?
"nephelinites" is divided into syllables as: nep · he · li · ni · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "nephelinites"?
The Scrabble score for "nephelinites" is 17 points.
Using “nephelinites” in writing
"nephelinites" (nep · he · li · ni · tes) 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, “nephelinites” 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.