How many syllables in “ultramicrotome”?
syllables in "ultramicrotome"
Word details
Syllables
5
ult · ram · icr · oto · me
Letters
14
u · l · t · r · a · m · i · c · r · o · t · o · m · e
Scrabble
20
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About the word “ultramicrotome”
The word “ultramicrotome” contains 5 syllables, divided as ult · ram · icr · oto · me. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ultramicrotome" have?
"ultramicrotome" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ultramicrotome" into syllables?
"ultramicrotome" is divided into syllables as: ult · ram · icr · oto · me.
What is the Scrabble score for "ultramicrotome"?
The Scrabble score for "ultramicrotome" is 20 points.
Using “ultramicrotome” in writing
"ultramicrotome" (ult · ram · icr · oto · me) 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, “ultramicrotome” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.