How many syllables in “empyema”?
syllables in "empyema"
Word details
Syllables
3
em · pye · ma
Letters
7
e · m · p · y · e · m · a
Scrabble
16
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About the word “empyema”
The word “empyema” contains 3 syllables, divided as em · pye · ma. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "empyema" have?
"empyema" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "empyema" into syllables?
"empyema" is divided into syllables as: em · pye · ma.
What is the Scrabble score for "empyema"?
The Scrabble score for "empyema" is 16 points.
Using “empyema” in writing
Three-syllable words like "empyema" (em · pye · ma) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “empyema” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.