How many syllables in “gonadotropin”?
syllables in "gonadotropin"
Word details
Syllables
5
go · na · do · tro · pin
Letters
12
g · o · n · a · d · o · t · r · o · p · i · n
Scrabble
16
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About the word “gonadotropin”
The word “gonadotropin” contains 5 syllables, divided as go · na · do · tro · pin. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gonadotropin" have?
"gonadotropin" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "gonadotropin" into syllables?
"gonadotropin" is divided into syllables as: go · na · do · tro · pin.
What is the Scrabble score for "gonadotropin"?
The Scrabble score for "gonadotropin" is 16 points.
Using “gonadotropin” in writing
"gonadotropin" (go · na · do · tro · pin) 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, “gonadotropin” 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.