How many syllables in “heterozygous”?
syllables in "heterozygous"
Word details
Syllables
5
he · te · ro · zy · gous
Letters
12
h · e · t · e · r · o · z · y · g · o · u · s
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “heterozygous”
The word “heterozygous” contains 5 syllables, divided as he · te · ro · zy · gous. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "heterozygous" have?
"heterozygous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "heterozygous" into syllables?
"heterozygous" is divided into syllables as: he · te · ro · zy · gous.
What is the Scrabble score for "heterozygous"?
The Scrabble score for "heterozygous" is 28 points.
Using “heterozygous” in writing
"heterozygous" (he · te · ro · zy · gous) 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, “heterozygous” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.