How many syllables in “phosphorylate”?
syllables in "phosphorylate"
Word details
Syllables
4
phos · phor · ylat · e
Letters
13
p · h · o · s · p · h · o · r · y · l · a · t · e
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “phosphorylate”
The word “phosphorylate” contains 4 syllables, divided as phos · phor · ylat · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "phosphorylate" have?
"phosphorylate" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "phosphorylate" into syllables?
"phosphorylate" is divided into syllables as: phos · phor · ylat · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "phosphorylate"?
The Scrabble score for "phosphorylate" is 26 points.
Using “phosphorylate” in writing
Four-syllable words like "phosphorylate" (phos · phor · ylat · e) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “phosphorylate” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.