How many syllables in “arteriovenous”?
syllables in "arteriovenous"
Word details
Syllables
5
ar · te · rio · ve · nous
Letters
13
a · r · t · e · r · i · o · v · e · n · o · u · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “arteriovenous”
The word “arteriovenous” contains 5 syllables, divided as ar · te · rio · ve · nous. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "arteriovenous" have?
"arteriovenous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "arteriovenous" into syllables?
"arteriovenous" is divided into syllables as: ar · te · rio · ve · nous.
What is the Scrabble score for "arteriovenous"?
The Scrabble score for "arteriovenous" is 16 points.
Using “arteriovenous” in writing
"arteriovenous" (ar · te · rio · ve · nous) 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, “arteriovenous” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.