How many syllables in “ultracentrifuge”?
syllables in "ultracentrifuge"
Word details
Syllables
5
ult · rac · ent · rif · uge
Letters
15
u · l · t · r · a · c · e · n · t · r · i · f · u · g · e
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “ultracentrifuge”
The word “ultracentrifuge” contains 5 syllables, divided as ult · rac · ent · rif · uge. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ultracentrifuge" have?
"ultracentrifuge" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ultracentrifuge" into syllables?
"ultracentrifuge" is divided into syllables as: ult · rac · ent · rif · uge.
What is the Scrabble score for "ultracentrifuge"?
The Scrabble score for "ultracentrifuge" is 21 points.
Using “ultracentrifuge” in writing
"ultracentrifuge" (ult · rac · ent · rif · uge) 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, “ultracentrifuge” 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.