How many syllables in “gonadectomy”?
syllables in "gonadectomy"
Word details
Syllables
5
go · na · dec · to · my
Letters
11
g · o · n · a · d · e · c · t · o · m · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “gonadectomy”
The word “gonadectomy” contains 5 syllables, divided as go · na · dec · to · my. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gonadectomy" have?
"gonadectomy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "gonadectomy" into syllables?
"gonadectomy" is divided into syllables as: go · na · dec · to · my.
What is the Scrabble score for "gonadectomy"?
The Scrabble score for "gonadectomy" is 20 points.
Using “gonadectomy” in writing
"gonadectomy" (go · na · dec · to · 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, “gonadectomy” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.