How many syllables in “episiotomies”?
syllables in "episiotomies"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · pi · sio · to · mies
Letters
12
e · p · i · s · i · o · t · o · m · i · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “episiotomies”
The word “episiotomies” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · pi · sio · to · mies. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "episiotomies" have?
"episiotomies" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "episiotomies" into syllables?
"episiotomies" is divided into syllables as: e · pi · sio · to · mies.
What is the Scrabble score for "episiotomies"?
The Scrabble score for "episiotomies" is 16 points.
Using “episiotomies” in writing
"episiotomies" (e · pi · sio · to · 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, “episiotomies” 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.