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How many syllables in “staurolite”?

3

syllables in "staurolite"

staurolite
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Word details

Syllables

3

stau · roli · te

Letters

10

s · t · a · u · r · o · l · i · t · e

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
t1
a1
u1
r1
o1
l1
i1
t1
e1

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About the word “staurolite

The word staurolite contains 3 syllables, divided as stau · roli · te. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "staurolite" have?

"staurolite" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "staurolite" into syllables?

"staurolite" is divided into syllables as: stau · roli · te.

What is the Scrabble score for "staurolite"?

The Scrabble score for "staurolite" is 10 points.

Using “staurolite” in writing

Three-syllable words like "staurolite" (stau · roli · te) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, staurolite is worth 10 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.

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