How many syllables in “phosphodiesterase”?
syllables in "phosphodiesterase"
Word details
Syllables
5
phos · phod · iest · eras · e
Letters
17
p · h · o · s · p · h · o · d · i · e · s · t · e · r · a · s · e
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “phosphodiesterase”
The word “phosphodiesterase” contains 5 syllables, divided as phos · phod · iest · eras · e. It has 17 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "phosphodiesterase" have?
"phosphodiesterase" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "phosphodiesterase" into syllables?
"phosphodiesterase" is divided into syllables as: phos · phod · iest · eras · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "phosphodiesterase"?
The Scrabble score for "phosphodiesterase" is 28 points.
Using “phosphodiesterase” in writing
"phosphodiesterase" (phos · phod · iest · eras · e) 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, “phosphodiesterase” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.