How many syllables in “neuroscience”?
syllables in "neuroscience"
Word details
Syllables
3
neur · osci · ence
Letters
12
n · e · u · r · o · s · c · i · e · n · c · e
Scrabble
16
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About the word “neuroscience”
The word “neuroscience” contains 3 syllables, divided as neur · osci · ence. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "neuroscience" have?
"neuroscience" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "neuroscience" into syllables?
"neuroscience" is divided into syllables as: neur · osci · ence.
What is the Scrabble score for "neuroscience"?
The Scrabble score for "neuroscience" is 16 points.
Using “neuroscience” in writing
Three-syllable words like "neuroscience" (neur · osci · ence) 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, “neuroscience” 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.