How many syllables in “emmenagogues”?
syllables in "emmenagogues"
Word details
Syllables
5
em · me · na · go · gues
Letters
12
e · m · m · e · n · a · g · o · g · u · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “emmenagogues”
The word “emmenagogues” contains 5 syllables, divided as em · me · na · go · gues. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "emmenagogues" have?
"emmenagogues" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "emmenagogues" into syllables?
"emmenagogues" is divided into syllables as: em · me · na · go · gues.
What is the Scrabble score for "emmenagogues"?
The Scrabble score for "emmenagogues" is 18 points.
Using “emmenagogues” in writing
"emmenagogues" (em · me · na · go · gues) 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, “emmenagogues” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.