How many syllables in “polythene”?
syllables in "polythene"
Word details
Syllables
3
pol · yth · ene
Letters
9
p · o · l · y · t · h · e · n · e
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “polythene”
The word “polythene” contains 3 syllables, divided as pol · yth · ene. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "polythene" have?
"polythene" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "polythene" into syllables?
"polythene" is divided into syllables as: pol · yth · ene.
What is the Scrabble score for "polythene"?
The Scrabble score for "polythene" is 17 points.
Using “polythene” in writing
Three-syllable words like "polythene" (pol · yth · ene) 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, “polythene” 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.
Anagrams of “polythene”
The letters in “polythene” can be rearranged to spell one other word: telephony.