How many syllables in “zoospores”?
syllables in "zoospores"
Word details
Syllables
3
zoo · spo · res
Letters
9
z · o · o · s · p · o · r · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “zoospores”
The word “zoospores” contains 3 syllables, divided as zoo · spo · res. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "zoospores" have?
"zoospores" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "zoospores" into syllables?
"zoospores" is divided into syllables as: zoo · spo · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "zoospores"?
The Scrabble score for "zoospores" is 20 points.
Using “zoospores” in writing
Three-syllable words like "zoospores" (zoo · spo · res) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “zoospores” 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.