How many syllables in “emmenagogue”?
syllables in "emmenagogue"
Word details
Syllables
5
em · me · na · go · gue
Letters
11
e · m · m · e · n · a · g · o · g · u · e
Scrabble
17
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About the word “emmenagogue”
The word “emmenagogue” contains 5 syllables, divided as em · me · na · go · gue. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "emmenagogue" have?
"emmenagogue" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "emmenagogue" into syllables?
"emmenagogue" is divided into syllables as: em · me · na · go · gue.
What is the Scrabble score for "emmenagogue"?
The Scrabble score for "emmenagogue" is 17 points.
Using “emmenagogue” in writing
"emmenagogue" (em · me · na · go · gue) 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, “emmenagogue” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.