How many syllables in “achondroplasia”?
syllables in "achondroplasia"
Word details
Syllables
5
ac · hon · dro · pla · sia
Letters
14
a · c · h · o · n · d · r · o · p · l · a · s · i · a
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “achondroplasia”
The word “achondroplasia” contains 5 syllables, divided as ac · hon · dro · pla · sia. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "achondroplasia" have?
"achondroplasia" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "achondroplasia" into syllables?
"achondroplasia" is divided into syllables as: ac · hon · dro · pla · sia.
What is the Scrabble score for "achondroplasia"?
The Scrabble score for "achondroplasia" is 22 points.
Using “achondroplasia” in writing
"achondroplasia" (ac · hon · dro · pla · sia) 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, “achondroplasia” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.