How many syllables in “polysorbates”?
syllables in "polysorbates"
Word details
Syllables
5
po · ly · sor · ba · tes
Letters
12
p · o · l · y · s · o · r · b · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “polysorbates”
The word “polysorbates” contains 5 syllables, divided as po · ly · sor · ba · tes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "polysorbates" have?
"polysorbates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "polysorbates" into syllables?
"polysorbates" is divided into syllables as: po · ly · sor · ba · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "polysorbates"?
The Scrabble score for "polysorbates" is 19 points.
Using “polysorbates” in writing
"polysorbates" (po · ly · sor · ba · tes) 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, “polysorbates” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.