How many syllables in “urochordates”?
syllables in "urochordates"
Word details
Syllables
5
u · roc · hor · da · tes
Letters
12
u · r · o · c · h · o · r · d · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “urochordates”
The word “urochordates” contains 5 syllables, divided as u · roc · hor · da · tes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "urochordates" have?
"urochordates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "urochordates" into syllables?
"urochordates" is divided into syllables as: u · roc · hor · da · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "urochordates"?
The Scrabble score for "urochordates" is 18 points.
Using “urochordates” in writing
"urochordates" (u · roc · hor · da · tes) 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, “urochordates” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.