How many syllables in “phosphorylates”?
syllables in "phosphorylates"
Word details
Syllables
5
phos · pho · ry · la · tes
Letters
14
p · h · o · s · p · h · o · r · y · l · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “phosphorylates”
The word “phosphorylates” contains 5 syllables, divided as phos · pho · ry · la · tes. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "phosphorylates" have?
"phosphorylates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "phosphorylates" into syllables?
"phosphorylates" is divided into syllables as: phos · pho · ry · la · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "phosphorylates"?
The Scrabble score for "phosphorylates" is 27 points.
Using “phosphorylates” in writing
"phosphorylates" (phos · pho · ry · la · tes) 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, “phosphorylates” 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.