How many syllables in “nephelometries”?
syllables in "nephelometries"
Word details
Syllables
5
nep · he · lo · me · tries
Letters
14
n · e · p · h · e · l · o · m · e · t · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
21
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About the word “nephelometries”
The word “nephelometries” contains 5 syllables, divided as nep · he · lo · me · tries. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nephelometries" have?
"nephelometries" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nephelometries" into syllables?
"nephelometries" is divided into syllables as: nep · he · lo · me · tries.
What is the Scrabble score for "nephelometries"?
The Scrabble score for "nephelometries" is 21 points.
Using “nephelometries” in writing
"nephelometries" (nep · he · lo · me · tries) 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, “nephelometries” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.