How many syllables in “urochordate”?
syllables in "urochordate"
Word details
Syllables
4
uro · cho · rda · te
Letters
11
u · r · o · c · h · o · r · d · a · t · e
Scrabble
17
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About the word “urochordate”
The word “urochordate” contains 4 syllables, divided as uro · cho · rda · te. It has 11 letters.
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How many syllables does "urochordate" have?
"urochordate" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "urochordate" into syllables?
"urochordate" is divided into syllables as: uro · cho · rda · te.
What is the Scrabble score for "urochordate"?
The Scrabble score for "urochordate" is 17 points.
Using “urochordate” in writing
Four-syllable words like "urochordate" (uro · cho · rda · te) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “urochordate” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.