How many syllables in “phenobarbital”?
syllables in "phenobarbital"
Word details
Syllables
5
phe · no · bar · bi · tal
Letters
13
p · h · e · n · o · b · a · r · b · i · t · a · l
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “phenobarbital”
The word “phenobarbital” contains 5 syllables, divided as phe · no · bar · bi · tal. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "phenobarbital" have?
"phenobarbital" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "phenobarbital" into syllables?
"phenobarbital" is divided into syllables as: phe · no · bar · bi · tal.
What is the Scrabble score for "phenobarbital"?
The Scrabble score for "phenobarbital" is 22 points.
Using “phenobarbital” in writing
"phenobarbital" (phe · no · bar · bi · tal) 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, “phenobarbital” 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.