How many syllables in “photoreceptor”?
syllables in "photoreceptor"
Word details
Syllables
5
pho · to · re · cep · tor
Letters
13
p · h · o · t · o · r · e · c · e · p · t · o · r
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “photoreceptor”
The word “photoreceptor” contains 5 syllables, divided as pho · to · re · cep · tor. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "photoreceptor" have?
"photoreceptor" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "photoreceptor" into syllables?
"photoreceptor" is divided into syllables as: pho · to · re · cep · tor.
What is the Scrabble score for "photoreceptor"?
The Scrabble score for "photoreceptor" is 22 points.
Using “photoreceptor” in writing
"photoreceptor" (pho · to · re · cep · tor) 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, “photoreceptor” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.