How many syllables in “cryosurgery”?
syllables in "cryosurgery"
Word details
Syllables
4
cryo · sur · ge · ry
Letters
11
c · r · y · o · s · u · r · g · e · r · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “cryosurgery”
The word “cryosurgery” contains 4 syllables, divided as cryo · sur · ge · ry. It has 11 letters.
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How many syllables does "cryosurgery" have?
"cryosurgery" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "cryosurgery" into syllables?
"cryosurgery" is divided into syllables as: cryo · sur · ge · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "cryosurgery"?
The Scrabble score for "cryosurgery" is 20 points.
Using “cryosurgery” in writing
Four-syllable words like "cryosurgery" (cryo · sur · ge · ry) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cryosurgery” 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.