How many syllables in “pyelonephritic”?
syllables in "pyelonephritic"
Word details
Syllables
5
pye · lo · nep · hri · tic
Letters
14
p · y · e · l · o · n · e · p · h · r · i · t · i · c
Scrabble
26
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About the word “pyelonephritic”
The word “pyelonephritic” contains 5 syllables, divided as pye · lo · nep · hri · tic. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pyelonephritic" have?
"pyelonephritic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pyelonephritic" into syllables?
"pyelonephritic" is divided into syllables as: pye · lo · nep · hri · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "pyelonephritic"?
The Scrabble score for "pyelonephritic" is 26 points.
Using “pyelonephritic” in writing
"pyelonephritic" (pye · lo · nep · hri · tic) 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, “pyelonephritic” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.