How many syllables in “gonadectomies”?
syllables in "gonadectomies"
Word details
Syllables
5
go · na · dec · to · mies
Letters
13
g · o · n · a · d · e · c · t · o · m · i · e · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “gonadectomies”
The word “gonadectomies” contains 5 syllables, divided as go · na · dec · to · mies. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gonadectomies" have?
"gonadectomies" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "gonadectomies" into syllables?
"gonadectomies" is divided into syllables as: go · na · dec · to · mies.
What is the Scrabble score for "gonadectomies"?
The Scrabble score for "gonadectomies" is 19 points.
Using “gonadectomies” in writing
"gonadectomies" (go · na · dec · 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, “gonadectomies” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.