How many syllables in “cysticercosis”?
syllables in "cysticercosis"
Word details
Syllables
5
cy · sti · cer · co · sis
Letters
13
c · y · s · t · i · c · e · r · c · o · s · i · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “cysticercosis”
The word “cysticercosis” contains 5 syllables, divided as cy · sti · cer · co · sis. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cysticercosis" have?
"cysticercosis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cysticercosis" into syllables?
"cysticercosis" is divided into syllables as: cy · sti · cer · co · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "cysticercosis"?
The Scrabble score for "cysticercosis" is 22 points.
Using “cysticercosis” in writing
"cysticercosis" (cy · sti · cer · co · 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, “cysticercosis” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.