How many syllables in “neuraminidase”?
syllables in "neuraminidase"
Word details
Syllables
5
neu · ram · ini · das · e
Letters
13
n · e · u · r · a · m · i · n · i · d · a · s · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “neuraminidase”
The word “neuraminidase” contains 5 syllables, divided as neu · ram · ini · das · e. It has 13 letters.
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How many syllables does "neuraminidase" have?
"neuraminidase" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "neuraminidase" into syllables?
"neuraminidase" is divided into syllables as: neu · ram · ini · das · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "neuraminidase"?
The Scrabble score for "neuraminidase" is 16 points.
Using “neuraminidase” in writing
"neuraminidase" (neu · ram · ini · das · e) 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, “neuraminidase” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.