How many syllables in “cyclogenesis”?
syllables in "cyclogenesis"
Word details
Syllables
5
cy · clo · ge · ne · sis
Letters
12
c · y · c · l · o · g · e · n · e · s · i · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “cyclogenesis”
The word “cyclogenesis” contains 5 syllables, divided as cy · clo · ge · ne · sis. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cyclogenesis" have?
"cyclogenesis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cyclogenesis" into syllables?
"cyclogenesis" is divided into syllables as: cy · clo · ge · ne · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "cyclogenesis"?
The Scrabble score for "cyclogenesis" is 20 points.
Using “cyclogenesis” in writing
"cyclogenesis" (cy · clo · ge · ne · sis) 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, “cyclogenesis” 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.