How many syllables in “polyurethanes”?
syllables in "polyurethanes"
Word details
Syllables
5
po · lyu · ret · ha · nes
Letters
13
p · o · l · y · u · r · e · t · h · a · n · e · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “polyurethanes”
The word “polyurethanes” contains 5 syllables, divided as po · lyu · ret · ha · nes. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "polyurethanes" have?
"polyurethanes" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "polyurethanes" into syllables?
"polyurethanes" is divided into syllables as: po · lyu · ret · ha · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "polyurethanes"?
The Scrabble score for "polyurethanes" is 21 points.
Using “polyurethanes” in writing
"polyurethanes" (po · lyu · ret · ha · nes) 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, “polyurethanes” 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.