How many syllables in “submillimeter”?
syllables in "submillimeter"
Word details
Syllables
5
sub · mil · li · me · ter
Letters
13
s · u · b · m · i · l · l · i · m · e · t · e · r
Scrabble
19
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About the word “submillimeter”
The word “submillimeter” contains 5 syllables, divided as sub · mil · li · me · ter. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "submillimeter" have?
"submillimeter" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "submillimeter" into syllables?
"submillimeter" is divided into syllables as: sub · mil · li · me · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "submillimeter"?
The Scrabble score for "submillimeter" is 19 points.
Using “submillimeter” in writing
"submillimeter" (sub · mil · li · me · ter) 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, “submillimeter” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.