How many syllables in “amniocentesis”?
syllables in "amniocentesis"
Word details
Syllables
5
am · nio · cen · te · sis
Letters
13
a · m · n · i · o · c · e · n · t · e · s · i · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “amniocentesis”
The word “amniocentesis” contains 5 syllables, divided as am · nio · cen · te · sis. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "amniocentesis" have?
"amniocentesis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "amniocentesis" into syllables?
"amniocentesis" is divided into syllables as: am · nio · cen · te · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "amniocentesis"?
The Scrabble score for "amniocentesis" is 17 points.
Using “amniocentesis” in writing
"amniocentesis" (am · nio · cen · te · sis) 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, “amniocentesis” 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.