How many syllables in “nephelometric”?
syllables in "nephelometric"
Word details
Syllables
5
nep · he · lo · me · tric
Letters
13
n · e · p · h · e · l · o · m · e · t · r · i · c
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “nephelometric”
The word “nephelometric” contains 5 syllables, divided as nep · he · lo · me · tric. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nephelometric" have?
"nephelometric" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nephelometric" into syllables?
"nephelometric" is divided into syllables as: nep · he · lo · me · tric.
What is the Scrabble score for "nephelometric"?
The Scrabble score for "nephelometric" is 22 points.
Using “nephelometric” in writing
"nephelometric" (nep · he · lo · me · tric) 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, “nephelometric” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.