How many syllables in “cephalometry”?
syllables in "cephalometry"
Word details
Syllables
5
cep · ha · lo · me · try
Letters
12
c · e · p · h · a · l · o · m · e · t · r · y
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “cephalometry”
The word “cephalometry” contains 5 syllables, divided as cep · ha · lo · me · try. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cephalometry" have?
"cephalometry" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cephalometry" into syllables?
"cephalometry" is divided into syllables as: cep · ha · lo · me · try.
What is the Scrabble score for "cephalometry"?
The Scrabble score for "cephalometry" is 24 points.
Using “cephalometry” in writing
"cephalometry" (cep · ha · lo · me · try) 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, “cephalometry” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.