How many syllables in “pectinesterase”?
syllables in "pectinesterase"
Word details
Syllables
5
pec · tin · est · era · se
Letters
14
p · e · c · t · i · n · e · s · t · e · r · a · s · e
Scrabble
18
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About the word “pectinesterase”
The word “pectinesterase” contains 5 syllables, divided as pec · tin · est · era · se. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pectinesterase" have?
"pectinesterase" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pectinesterase" into syllables?
"pectinesterase" is divided into syllables as: pec · tin · est · era · se.
What is the Scrabble score for "pectinesterase"?
The Scrabble score for "pectinesterase" is 18 points.
Using “pectinesterase” in writing
"pectinesterase" (pec · tin · est · era · se) 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, “pectinesterase” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.