How many syllables in “respirometer”?
syllables in "respirometer"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · spi · ro · me · ter
Letters
12
r · e · s · p · i · r · o · m · e · t · e · r
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “respirometer”
The word “respirometer” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · spi · ro · me · ter. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "respirometer" have?
"respirometer" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "respirometer" into syllables?
"respirometer" is divided into syllables as: re · spi · ro · me · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "respirometer"?
The Scrabble score for "respirometer" is 16 points.
Using “respirometer” in writing
"respirometer" (re · spi · ro · me · ter) 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, “respirometer” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.