How many syllables in “streptomycetes”?
syllables in "streptomycetes"
Word details
Syllables
5
strep · to · my · ce · tes
Letters
14
s · t · r · e · p · t · o · m · y · c · e · t · e · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “streptomycetes”
The word “streptomycetes” contains 5 syllables, divided as strep · to · my · ce · tes. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "streptomycetes" have?
"streptomycetes" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "streptomycetes" into syllables?
"streptomycetes" is divided into syllables as: strep · to · my · ce · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "streptomycetes"?
The Scrabble score for "streptomycetes" is 23 points.
Using “streptomycetes” in writing
"streptomycetes" (strep · to · my · ce · tes) 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, “streptomycetes” 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.