How many syllables in “plasmodesmata”?
syllables in "plasmodesmata"
Word details
Syllables
5
pla · smo · de · sma · ta
Letters
13
p · l · a · s · m · o · d · e · s · m · a · t · a
Scrabble
20
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About the word “plasmodesmata”
The word “plasmodesmata” contains 5 syllables, divided as pla · smo · de · sma · ta. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "plasmodesmata" have?
"plasmodesmata" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "plasmodesmata" into syllables?
"plasmodesmata" is divided into syllables as: pla · smo · de · sma · ta.
What is the Scrabble score for "plasmodesmata"?
The Scrabble score for "plasmodesmata" is 20 points.
Using “plasmodesmata” in writing
"plasmodesmata" (pla · smo · de · sma · ta) 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, “plasmodesmata” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.