How many syllables in “chemotherapist”?
syllables in "chemotherapist"
Word details
Syllables
5
che · mot · he · ra · pist
Letters
14
c · h · e · m · o · t · h · e · r · a · p · i · s · t
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “chemotherapist”
The word “chemotherapist” contains 5 syllables, divided as che · mot · he · ra · pist. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chemotherapist" have?
"chemotherapist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "chemotherapist" into syllables?
"chemotherapist" is divided into syllables as: che · mot · he · ra · pist.
What is the Scrabble score for "chemotherapist"?
The Scrabble score for "chemotherapist" is 26 points.
Using “chemotherapist” in writing
"chemotherapist" (che · mot · he · ra · pist) 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, “chemotherapist” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.