How many syllables in “gastrointestinal”?
syllables in "gastrointestinal"
Word details
Syllables
5
ga · stroin · te · sti · nal
Letters
16
g · a · s · t · r · o · i · n · t · e · s · t · i · n · a · l
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “gastrointestinal”
The word “gastrointestinal” contains 5 syllables, divided as ga · stroin · te · sti · nal. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gastrointestinal" have?
"gastrointestinal" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "gastrointestinal" into syllables?
"gastrointestinal" is divided into syllables as: ga · stroin · te · sti · nal.
What is the Scrabble score for "gastrointestinal"?
The Scrabble score for "gastrointestinal" is 17 points.
Using “gastrointestinal” in writing
"gastrointestinal" (ga · stroin · te · sti · nal) 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, “gastrointestinal” 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.