How many syllables in “phytopathogen”?
syllables in "phytopathogen"
Word details
Syllables
5
phy · to · pat · ho · gen
Letters
13
p · h · y · t · o · p · a · t · h · o · g · e · n
Scrabble
27
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About the word “phytopathogen”
The word “phytopathogen” contains 5 syllables, divided as phy · to · pat · ho · gen. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "phytopathogen" have?
"phytopathogen" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "phytopathogen" into syllables?
"phytopathogen" is divided into syllables as: phy · to · pat · ho · gen.
What is the Scrabble score for "phytopathogen"?
The Scrabble score for "phytopathogen" is 27 points.
Using “phytopathogen” in writing
"phytopathogen" (phy · to · pat · ho · gen) 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, “phytopathogen” 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.