How many syllables in “polyribosome”?
syllables in "polyribosome"
Word details
Syllables
5
pol · yri · bos · ome
Letters
12
p · o · l · y · r · i · b · o · s · o · m · e
Scrabble
21
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About the word “polyribosome”
The word “polyribosome” contains 5 syllables, divided as pol · yri · bos · ome. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "polyribosome" have?
"polyribosome" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "polyribosome" into syllables?
"polyribosome" is divided into syllables as: pol · yri · bos · ome.
What is the Scrabble score for "polyribosome"?
The Scrabble score for "polyribosome" is 21 points.
Using “polyribosome” in writing
"polyribosome" (pol · yri · bos · ome) 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, “polyribosome” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.