How many syllables in “homozygotes”?
syllables in "homozygotes"
Word details
Syllables
5
ho · mo · zy · go · tes
Letters
11
h · o · m · o · z · y · g · o · t · e · s
Scrabble
29
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About the word “homozygotes”
The word “homozygotes” contains 5 syllables, divided as ho · mo · zy · go · tes. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "homozygotes" have?
"homozygotes" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "homozygotes" into syllables?
"homozygotes" is divided into syllables as: ho · mo · zy · go · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "homozygotes"?
The Scrabble score for "homozygotes" is 29 points.
Using “homozygotes” in writing
"homozygotes" (ho · mo · zy · go · tes) 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, “homozygotes” is worth 29 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.