How many syllables in “clitorectomies”?
syllables in "clitorectomies"
Word details
Syllables
5
cli · to · rec · to · mies
Letters
14
c · l · i · t · o · r · e · c · t · o · m · i · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “clitorectomies”
The word “clitorectomies” contains 5 syllables, divided as cli · to · rec · to · mies. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "clitorectomies" have?
"clitorectomies" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "clitorectomies" into syllables?
"clitorectomies" is divided into syllables as: cli · to · rec · to · mies.
What is the Scrabble score for "clitorectomies"?
The Scrabble score for "clitorectomies" is 20 points.
Using “clitorectomies” in writing
"clitorectomies" (cli · to · rec · to · mies) 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, “clitorectomies” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.