How many syllables in “papovaviruses”?
syllables in "papovaviruses"
Word details
Syllables
5
pap · ova · vir · use · s
Letters
13
p · a · p · o · v · a · v · i · r · u · s · e · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “papovaviruses”
The word “papovaviruses” contains 5 syllables, divided as pap · ova · vir · use · s. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "papovaviruses" have?
"papovaviruses" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "papovaviruses" into syllables?
"papovaviruses" is divided into syllables as: pap · ova · vir · use · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "papovaviruses"?
The Scrabble score for "papovaviruses" is 23 points.
Using “papovaviruses” in writing
"papovaviruses" (pap · ova · vir · use · s) 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, “papovaviruses” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.