How many syllables in “emphysematous”?
syllables in "emphysematous"
Word details
Syllables
5
em · phy · se · ma · tous
Letters
13
e · m · p · h · y · s · e · m · a · t · o · u · s
Scrabble
25
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About the word “emphysematous”
The word “emphysematous” contains 5 syllables, divided as em · phy · se · ma · tous. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "emphysematous" have?
"emphysematous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "emphysematous" into syllables?
"emphysematous" is divided into syllables as: em · phy · se · ma · tous.
What is the Scrabble score for "emphysematous"?
The Scrabble score for "emphysematous" is 25 points.
Using “emphysematous” in writing
"emphysematous" (em · phy · se · ma · tous) 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, “emphysematous” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.