How many syllables in “peroxisomal”?
syllables in "peroxisomal"
Word details
Syllables
5
pe · ro · xi · so · mal
Letters
11
p · e · r · o · x · i · s · o · m · a · l
Scrabble
22
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About the word “peroxisomal”
The word “peroxisomal” contains 5 syllables, divided as pe · ro · xi · so · mal. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "peroxisomal" have?
"peroxisomal" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "peroxisomal" into syllables?
"peroxisomal" is divided into syllables as: pe · ro · xi · so · mal.
What is the Scrabble score for "peroxisomal"?
The Scrabble score for "peroxisomal" is 22 points.
Using “peroxisomal” in writing
"peroxisomal" (pe · ro · xi · so · mal) 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, “peroxisomal” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.