How many syllables in “phencyclidines”?
syllables in "phencyclidines"
Word details
Syllables
5
phen · cy · cli · di · nes
Letters
14
p · h · e · n · c · y · c · l · i · d · i · n · e · s
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “phencyclidines”
The word “phencyclidines” contains 5 syllables, divided as phen · cy · cli · di · nes. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "phencyclidines" have?
"phencyclidines" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "phencyclidines" into syllables?
"phencyclidines" is divided into syllables as: phen · cy · cli · di · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "phencyclidines"?
The Scrabble score for "phencyclidines" is 27 points.
Using “phencyclidines” in writing
"phencyclidines" (phen · cy · cli · di · nes) 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, “phencyclidines” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.