How many syllables in “anencephaly”?
syllables in "anencephaly"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · nen · cep · ha · ly
Letters
11
a · n · e · n · c · e · p · h · a · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “anencephaly”
The word “anencephaly” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · nen · cep · ha · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "anencephaly" have?
"anencephaly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "anencephaly" into syllables?
"anencephaly" is divided into syllables as: a · nen · cep · ha · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "anencephaly"?
The Scrabble score for "anencephaly" is 21 points.
Using “anencephaly” in writing
"anencephaly" (a · nen · cep · ha · ly) 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, “anencephaly” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.