How many syllables in “clitorectomy”?
syllables in "clitorectomy"
Word details
Syllables
5
cli · to · rec · to · my
Letters
12
c · l · i · t · o · r · e · c · t · o · m · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “clitorectomy”
The word “clitorectomy” contains 5 syllables, divided as cli · to · rec · to · my. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "clitorectomy" have?
"clitorectomy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "clitorectomy" into syllables?
"clitorectomy" is divided into syllables as: cli · to · rec · to · my.
What is the Scrabble score for "clitorectomy"?
The Scrabble score for "clitorectomy" is 21 points.
Using “clitorectomy” in writing
"clitorectomy" (cli · to · rec · to · my) 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, “clitorectomy” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.