How many syllables in “pithecanthropus”?
syllables in "pithecanthropus"
Word details
Syllables
5
pit · he · can · thro · pus
Letters
15
p · i · t · h · e · c · a · n · t · h · r · o · p · u · s
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “pithecanthropus”
The word “pithecanthropus” contains 5 syllables, divided as pit · he · can · thro · pus. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pithecanthropus" have?
"pithecanthropus" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pithecanthropus" into syllables?
"pithecanthropus" is divided into syllables as: pit · he · can · thro · pus.
What is the Scrabble score for "pithecanthropus"?
The Scrabble score for "pithecanthropus" is 27 points.
Using “pithecanthropus” in writing
"pithecanthropus" (pit · he · can · thro · pus) 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, “pithecanthropus” 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.