How many syllables in “atelectasis”?
syllables in "atelectasis"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · te · lec · ta · sis
Letters
11
a · t · e · l · e · c · t · a · s · i · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “atelectasis”
The word “atelectasis” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · te · lec · ta · sis. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "atelectasis" have?
"atelectasis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "atelectasis" into syllables?
"atelectasis" is divided into syllables as: a · te · lec · ta · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "atelectasis"?
The Scrabble score for "atelectasis" is 13 points.
Using “atelectasis” in writing
"atelectasis" (a · te · lec · ta · 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, “atelectasis” 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.