How many syllables in “polypropylene”?
syllables in "polypropylene"
Word details
Syllables
5
pol · ypr · opy · len · e
Letters
13
p · o · l · y · p · r · o · p · y · l · e · n · e
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “polypropylene”
The word “polypropylene” contains 5 syllables, divided as pol · ypr · opy · len · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "polypropylene" have?
"polypropylene" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "polypropylene" into syllables?
"polypropylene" is divided into syllables as: pol · ypr · opy · len · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "polypropylene"?
The Scrabble score for "polypropylene" is 25 points.
Using “polypropylene” in writing
"polypropylene" (pol · ypr · opy · len · e) 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, “polypropylene” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.