How many syllables in “gynecomastia”?
syllables in "gynecomastia"
Word details
Syllables
5
gy · ne · co · ma · stia
Letters
12
g · y · n · e · c · o · m · a · s · t · i · a
Scrabble
20
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About the word “gynecomastia”
The word “gynecomastia” contains 5 syllables, divided as gy · ne · co · ma · stia. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gynecomastia" have?
"gynecomastia" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "gynecomastia" into syllables?
"gynecomastia" is divided into syllables as: gy · ne · co · ma · stia.
What is the Scrabble score for "gynecomastia"?
The Scrabble score for "gynecomastia" is 20 points.
Using “gynecomastia” in writing
"gynecomastia" (gy · ne · co · ma · stia) 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, “gynecomastia” 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.