How many syllables in “photoelectronic”?
syllables in "photoelectronic"
Word details
Syllables
5
pho · toe · lec · tro · nic
Letters
15
p · h · o · t · o · e · l · e · c · t · r · o · n · i · c
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “photoelectronic”
The word “photoelectronic” contains 5 syllables, divided as pho · toe · lec · tro · nic. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "photoelectronic" have?
"photoelectronic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "photoelectronic" into syllables?
"photoelectronic" is divided into syllables as: pho · toe · lec · tro · nic.
What is the Scrabble score for "photoelectronic"?
The Scrabble score for "photoelectronic" is 24 points.
Using “photoelectronic” in writing
"photoelectronic" (pho · toe · lec · tro · nic) 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, “photoelectronic” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.