How many syllables in “pentobarbitone”?
syllables in "pentobarbitone"
Word details
Syllables
5
pen · tob · arb · ito · ne
Letters
14
p · e · n · t · o · b · a · r · b · i · t · o · n · e
Scrabble
20
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About the word “pentobarbitone”
The word “pentobarbitone” contains 5 syllables, divided as pen · tob · arb · ito · ne. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pentobarbitone" have?
"pentobarbitone" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pentobarbitone" into syllables?
"pentobarbitone" is divided into syllables as: pen · tob · arb · ito · ne.
What is the Scrabble score for "pentobarbitone"?
The Scrabble score for "pentobarbitone" is 20 points.
Using “pentobarbitone” in writing
"pentobarbitone" (pen · tob · arb · ito · ne) 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, “pentobarbitone” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.