How many syllables in “planetesimal”?
syllables in "planetesimal"
Word details
Syllables
5
pla · ne · te · si · mal
Letters
12
p · l · a · n · e · t · e · s · i · m · a · l
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “planetesimal”
The word “planetesimal” contains 5 syllables, divided as pla · ne · te · si · mal. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "planetesimal" have?
"planetesimal" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "planetesimal" into syllables?
"planetesimal" is divided into syllables as: pla · ne · te · si · mal.
What is the Scrabble score for "planetesimal"?
The Scrabble score for "planetesimal" is 16 points.
Using “planetesimal” in writing
"planetesimal" (pla · ne · te · si · mal) 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, “planetesimal” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.