How many syllables in “atherogenic”?
syllables in "atherogenic"
Word details
Syllables
5
at · he · ro · ge · nic
Letters
11
a · t · h · e · r · o · g · e · n · i · c
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “atherogenic”
The word “atherogenic” contains 5 syllables, divided as at · he · ro · ge · nic. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "atherogenic" have?
"atherogenic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "atherogenic" into syllables?
"atherogenic" is divided into syllables as: at · he · ro · ge · nic.
What is the Scrabble score for "atherogenic"?
The Scrabble score for "atherogenic" is 17 points.
Using “atherogenic” in writing
"atherogenic" (at · he · ro · ge · nic) 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, “atherogenic” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.