How many syllables in “sensorineural”?
syllables in "sensorineural"
Word details
Syllables
5
sen · so · ri · neu · ral
Letters
13
s · e · n · s · o · r · i · n · e · u · r · a · l
Scrabble
13
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About the word “sensorineural”
The word “sensorineural” contains 5 syllables, divided as sen · so · ri · neu · ral. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sensorineural" have?
"sensorineural" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sensorineural" into syllables?
"sensorineural" is divided into syllables as: sen · so · ri · neu · ral.
What is the Scrabble score for "sensorineural"?
The Scrabble score for "sensorineural" is 13 points.
Using “sensorineural” in writing
"sensorineural" (sen · so · ri · neu · ral) 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, “sensorineural” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.