How many syllables in “peroxisomes”?
syllables in "peroxisomes"
Word details
Syllables
5
pe · ro · xi · so · mes
Letters
11
p · e · r · o · x · i · s · o · m · e · s
Scrabble
22
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About the word “peroxisomes”
The word “peroxisomes” contains 5 syllables, divided as pe · ro · xi · so · mes. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "peroxisomes" have?
"peroxisomes" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "peroxisomes" into syllables?
"peroxisomes" is divided into syllables as: pe · ro · xi · so · mes.
What is the Scrabble score for "peroxisomes"?
The Scrabble score for "peroxisomes" is 22 points.
Using “peroxisomes” in writing
"peroxisomes" (pe · ro · xi · so · mes) 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, “peroxisomes” 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.