How many syllables in “nitroglycerin”?
syllables in "nitroglycerin"
Word details
Syllables
5
ni · tro · gly · ce · rin
Letters
13
n · i · t · r · o · g · l · y · c · e · r · i · n
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “nitroglycerin”
The word “nitroglycerin” contains 5 syllables, divided as ni · tro · gly · ce · rin. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nitroglycerin" have?
"nitroglycerin" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nitroglycerin" into syllables?
"nitroglycerin" is divided into syllables as: ni · tro · gly · ce · rin.
What is the Scrabble score for "nitroglycerin"?
The Scrabble score for "nitroglycerin" is 19 points.
Using “nitroglycerin” in writing
"nitroglycerin" (ni · tro · gly · ce · rin) 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, “nitroglycerin” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.