How many syllables in “terephthalates”?
syllables in "terephthalates"
Word details
Syllables
5
te · rep · htha · la · tes
Letters
14
t · e · r · e · p · h · t · h · a · l · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “terephthalates”
The word “terephthalates” contains 5 syllables, divided as te · rep · htha · la · tes. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "terephthalates" have?
"terephthalates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "terephthalates" into syllables?
"terephthalates" is divided into syllables as: te · rep · htha · la · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "terephthalates"?
The Scrabble score for "terephthalates" is 22 points.
Using “terephthalates” in writing
"terephthalates" (te · rep · htha · la · 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, “terephthalates” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.