How many syllables in “photoreceptive”?
syllables in "photoreceptive"
Word details
Syllables
5
pho · tor · ece · pti · ve
Letters
14
p · h · o · t · o · r · e · c · e · p · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “photoreceptive”
The word “photoreceptive” contains 5 syllables, divided as pho · tor · ece · pti · ve. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "photoreceptive" have?
"photoreceptive" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "photoreceptive" into syllables?
"photoreceptive" is divided into syllables as: pho · tor · ece · pti · ve.
What is the Scrabble score for "photoreceptive"?
The Scrabble score for "photoreceptive" is 26 points.
Using “photoreceptive” in writing
"photoreceptive" (pho · tor · ece · pti · ve) 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, “photoreceptive” 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.