How many syllables in “endocytosis”?
syllables in "endocytosis"
Word details
Syllables
5
en · do · cy · to · sis
Letters
11
e · n · d · o · c · y · t · o · s · i · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “endocytosis”
The word “endocytosis” contains 5 syllables, divided as en · do · cy · to · sis. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "endocytosis" have?
"endocytosis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "endocytosis" into syllables?
"endocytosis" is divided into syllables as: en · do · cy · to · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "endocytosis"?
The Scrabble score for "endocytosis" is 17 points.
Using “endocytosis” in writing
"endocytosis" (en · do · cy · to · 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, “endocytosis” 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.