How many syllables in “telencephala”?
syllables in "telencephala"
Word details
Syllables
5
te · len · cep · ha · la
Letters
12
t · e · l · e · n · c · e · p · h · a · l · a
Scrabble
19
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About the word “telencephala”
The word “telencephala” contains 5 syllables, divided as te · len · cep · ha · la. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "telencephala" have?
"telencephala" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "telencephala" into syllables?
"telencephala" is divided into syllables as: te · len · cep · ha · la.
What is the Scrabble score for "telencephala"?
The Scrabble score for "telencephala" is 19 points.
Using “telencephala” in writing
"telencephala" (te · len · cep · ha · la) 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, “telencephala” 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.