How many syllables in “photosynthetic”?
syllables in "photosynthetic"
Word details
Syllables
5
pho · to · syn · the · tic
Letters
14
p · h · o · t · o · s · y · n · t · h · e · t · i · c
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “photosynthetic”
The word “photosynthetic” contains 5 syllables, divided as pho · to · syn · the · tic. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "photosynthetic" have?
"photosynthetic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "photosynthetic" into syllables?
"photosynthetic" is divided into syllables as: pho · to · syn · the · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "photosynthetic"?
The Scrabble score for "photosynthetic" is 27 points.
Using “photosynthetic” in writing
"photosynthetic" (pho · to · syn · the · tic) 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, “photosynthetic” 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.