How many syllables in “phytoflagellate”?
syllables in "phytoflagellate"
Word details
Syllables
5
phy · tof · lag · ell · ate
Letters
15
p · h · y · t · o · f · l · a · g · e · l · l · a · t · e
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “phytoflagellate”
The word “phytoflagellate” contains 5 syllables, divided as phy · tof · lag · ell · ate. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "phytoflagellate" have?
"phytoflagellate" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "phytoflagellate" into syllables?
"phytoflagellate" is divided into syllables as: phy · tof · lag · ell · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "phytoflagellate"?
The Scrabble score for "phytoflagellate" is 27 points.
Using “phytoflagellate” in writing
"phytoflagellate" (phy · tof · lag · ell · ate) 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, “phytoflagellate” 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.