How many syllables in “anastomosis”?
syllables in "anastomosis"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · na · sto · mo · sis
Letters
11
a · n · a · s · t · o · m · o · s · i · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “anastomosis”
The word “anastomosis” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · na · sto · mo · sis. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "anastomosis" have?
"anastomosis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "anastomosis" into syllables?
"anastomosis" is divided into syllables as: a · na · sto · mo · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "anastomosis"?
The Scrabble score for "anastomosis" is 13 points.
Using “anastomosis” in writing
"anastomosis" (a · na · sto · mo · 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, “anastomosis” is worth 13 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.