How many syllables in “embryogenesis”?
syllables in "embryogenesis"
Word details
Syllables
5
em · bryo · ge · ne · sis
Letters
13
e · m · b · r · y · o · g · e · n · e · s · i · s
Scrabble
21
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About the word “embryogenesis”
The word “embryogenesis” contains 5 syllables, divided as em · bryo · ge · ne · sis. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "embryogenesis" have?
"embryogenesis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "embryogenesis" into syllables?
"embryogenesis" is divided into syllables as: em · bryo · ge · ne · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "embryogenesis"?
The Scrabble score for "embryogenesis" is 21 points.
Using “embryogenesis” in writing
"embryogenesis" (em · bryo · 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, “embryogenesis” 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.