How many syllables in “trichome”?
syllables in "trichome"
Word details
Syllables
2
tric · home
Letters
8
t · r · i · c · h · o · m · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “trichome”
The word “trichome” contains 2 syllables, divided as tric · home. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "trichome" have?
"trichome" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "trichome" into syllables?
"trichome" is divided into syllables as: tric · home.
What is the Scrabble score for "trichome"?
The Scrabble score for "trichome" is 15 points.
Using “trichome” in writing
Two-syllable words like "trichome" (tric · home) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “trichome” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “trichome”
The letters in “trichome” can be rearranged to spell one other word: chromite.