How many syllables in “thermoreceptor”?
syllables in "thermoreceptor"
Word details
Syllables
5
ther · mo · re · cep · tor
Letters
14
t · h · e · r · m · o · r · e · c · e · p · t · o · r
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “thermoreceptor”
The word “thermoreceptor” contains 5 syllables, divided as ther · mo · re · cep · tor. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thermoreceptor" have?
"thermoreceptor" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "thermoreceptor" into syllables?
"thermoreceptor" is divided into syllables as: ther · mo · re · cep · tor.
What is the Scrabble score for "thermoreceptor"?
The Scrabble score for "thermoreceptor" is 23 points.
Using “thermoreceptor” in writing
"thermoreceptor" (ther · mo · re · cep · tor) 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, “thermoreceptor” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.