How many syllables in “spermatophores”?
syllables in "spermatophores"
Word details
Syllables
5
sper · ma · top · ho · res
Letters
14
s · p · e · r · m · a · t · o · p · h · o · r · e · s
Scrabble
23
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About the word “spermatophores”
The word “spermatophores” contains 5 syllables, divided as sper · ma · top · ho · res. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spermatophores" have?
"spermatophores" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "spermatophores" into syllables?
"spermatophores" is divided into syllables as: sper · ma · top · ho · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "spermatophores"?
The Scrabble score for "spermatophores" is 23 points.
Using “spermatophores” in writing
"spermatophores" (sper · ma · top · ho · res) 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, “spermatophores” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.