How many syllables in “sulfonylureas”?
syllables in "sulfonylureas"
Word details
Syllables
5
sul · fo · ny · lu · reas
Letters
13
s · u · l · f · o · n · y · l · u · r · e · a · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “sulfonylureas”
The word “sulfonylureas” contains 5 syllables, divided as sul · fo · ny · lu · reas. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sulfonylureas" have?
"sulfonylureas" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sulfonylureas" into syllables?
"sulfonylureas" is divided into syllables as: sul · fo · ny · lu · reas.
What is the Scrabble score for "sulfonylureas"?
The Scrabble score for "sulfonylureas" is 19 points.
Using “sulfonylureas” in writing
"sulfonylureas" (sul · fo · ny · lu · reas) 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, “sulfonylureas” 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.