How many syllables in “enterostomies”?
syllables in "enterostomies"
Word details
Syllables
5
en · te · ro · sto · mies
Letters
13
e · n · t · e · r · o · s · t · o · m · i · e · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “enterostomies”
The word “enterostomies” contains 5 syllables, divided as en · te · ro · sto · mies. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "enterostomies" have?
"enterostomies" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "enterostomies" into syllables?
"enterostomies" is divided into syllables as: en · te · ro · sto · mies.
What is the Scrabble score for "enterostomies"?
The Scrabble score for "enterostomies" is 15 points.
Using “enterostomies” in writing
"enterostomies" (en · te · ro · sto · mies) 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, “enterostomies” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.