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How many syllables in “nucleole”?

3

syllables in "nucleole"

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Word details

Syllables

3

nu · cleo · le

Letters

8

n · u · c · l · e · o · l · e

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

n1
u1
c3
l1
e1
o1
l1
e1

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About the word “nucleole

The word nucleole contains 3 syllables, divided as nu · cleo · le. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "nucleole" have?

"nucleole" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "nucleole" into syllables?

"nucleole" is divided into syllables as: nu · cleo · le.

What is the Scrabble score for "nucleole"?

The Scrabble score for "nucleole" is 10 points.

Using “nucleole” in writing

Three-syllable words like "nucleole" (nu · cleo · le) 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, nucleole is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.

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