How many syllables in “pleiotropic”?
syllables in "pleiotropic"
Word details
Syllables
3
pleio · tro · pic
Letters
11
p · l · e · i · o · t · r · o · p · i · c
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “pleiotropic”
The word “pleiotropic” contains 3 syllables, divided as pleio · tro · pic. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pleiotropic" have?
"pleiotropic" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pleiotropic" into syllables?
"pleiotropic" is divided into syllables as: pleio · tro · pic.
What is the Scrabble score for "pleiotropic"?
The Scrabble score for "pleiotropic" is 17 points.
Using “pleiotropic” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pleiotropic" (pleio · tro · pic) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “pleiotropic” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.