How many syllables in “steroidal”?
syllables in "steroidal"
Word details
Syllables
3
ste · roi · dal
Letters
9
s · t · e · r · o · i · d · a · l
Scrabble
10
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About the word “steroidal”
The word “steroidal” contains 3 syllables, divided as ste · roi · dal. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "steroidal" have?
"steroidal" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "steroidal" into syllables?
"steroidal" is divided into syllables as: ste · roi · dal.
What is the Scrabble score for "steroidal"?
The Scrabble score for "steroidal" is 10 points.
Using “steroidal” in writing
Three-syllable words like "steroidal" (ste · roi · dal) 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, “steroidal” 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.
Anagrams of “steroidal”
The letters in “steroidal” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: estradiol, idolaters.