How many syllables in “anagenesis”?
syllables in "anagenesis"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · na · ge · ne · sis
Letters
10
a · n · a · g · e · n · e · s · i · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “anagenesis”
The word “anagenesis” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · na · ge · ne · sis. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "anagenesis" have?
"anagenesis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "anagenesis" into syllables?
"anagenesis" is divided into syllables as: a · na · ge · ne · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "anagenesis"?
The Scrabble score for "anagenesis" is 11 points.
Using “anagenesis” in writing
"anagenesis" (a · na · ge · ne · 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, “anagenesis” is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.