How many syllables in “tetrodotoxins”?
syllables in "tetrodotoxins"
Word details
Syllables
5
te · tro · do · to · xins
Letters
13
t · e · t · r · o · d · o · t · o · x · i · n · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “tetrodotoxins”
The word “tetrodotoxins” contains 5 syllables, divided as te · tro · do · to · xins. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tetrodotoxins" have?
"tetrodotoxins" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "tetrodotoxins" into syllables?
"tetrodotoxins" is divided into syllables as: te · tro · do · to · xins.
What is the Scrabble score for "tetrodotoxins"?
The Scrabble score for "tetrodotoxins" is 21 points.
Using “tetrodotoxins” in writing
"tetrodotoxins" (te · tro · do · to · xins) 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, “tetrodotoxins” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.