How many syllables in “phenobarbitone”?
syllables in "phenobarbitone"
Word details
Syllables
5
phe · nob · arb · ito · ne
Letters
14
p · h · e · n · o · b · a · r · b · i · t · o · n · e
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “phenobarbitone”
The word “phenobarbitone” contains 5 syllables, divided as phe · nob · arb · ito · ne. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "phenobarbitone" have?
"phenobarbitone" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "phenobarbitone" into syllables?
"phenobarbitone" is divided into syllables as: phe · nob · arb · ito · ne.
What is the Scrabble score for "phenobarbitone"?
The Scrabble score for "phenobarbitone" is 23 points.
Using “phenobarbitone” in writing
"phenobarbitone" (phe · nob · 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, “phenobarbitone” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.