How many syllables in “enterostomy”?
syllables in "enterostomy"
Word details
Syllables
5
en · te · ro · sto · my
Letters
11
e · n · t · e · r · o · s · t · o · m · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “enterostomy”
The word “enterostomy” contains 5 syllables, divided as en · te · ro · sto · my. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "enterostomy" have?
"enterostomy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "enterostomy" into syllables?
"enterostomy" is divided into syllables as: en · te · ro · sto · my.
What is the Scrabble score for "enterostomy"?
The Scrabble score for "enterostomy" is 16 points.
Using “enterostomy” in writing
"enterostomy" (en · te · ro · sto · my) 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, “enterostomy” 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.