How many syllables in “hepatectomy”?
syllables in "hepatectomy"
Word details
Syllables
5
he · pa · tec · to · my
Letters
11
h · e · p · a · t · e · c · t · o · m · y
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “hepatectomy”
The word “hepatectomy” contains 5 syllables, divided as he · pa · tec · to · my. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hepatectomy" have?
"hepatectomy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hepatectomy" into syllables?
"hepatectomy" is divided into syllables as: he · pa · tec · to · my.
What is the Scrabble score for "hepatectomy"?
The Scrabble score for "hepatectomy" is 23 points.
Using “hepatectomy” in writing
"hepatectomy" (he · pa · tec · 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, “hepatectomy” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.