How many syllables in “blastocysts”?
syllables in "blastocysts"
Word details
Syllables
3
bla · sto · cysts
Letters
11
b · l · a · s · t · o · c · y · s · t · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “blastocysts”
The word “blastocysts” contains 3 syllables, divided as bla · sto · cysts. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blastocysts" have?
"blastocysts" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "blastocysts" into syllables?
"blastocysts" is divided into syllables as: bla · sto · cysts.
What is the Scrabble score for "blastocysts"?
The Scrabble score for "blastocysts" is 18 points.
Using “blastocysts” in writing
Three-syllable words like "blastocysts" (bla · sto · cysts) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “blastocysts” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.