How many syllables in “hysterectomy”?
syllables in "hysterectomy"
Word details
Syllables
5
hy · ste · rec · to · my
Letters
12
h · y · s · t · e · r · e · c · t · o · m · y
Scrabble
25
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About the word “hysterectomy”
The word “hysterectomy” contains 5 syllables, divided as hy · ste · rec · to · my. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hysterectomy" have?
"hysterectomy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hysterectomy" into syllables?
"hysterectomy" is divided into syllables as: hy · ste · rec · to · my.
What is the Scrabble score for "hysterectomy"?
The Scrabble score for "hysterectomy" is 25 points.
Using “hysterectomy” in writing
"hysterectomy" (hy · ste · rec · 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, “hysterectomy” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.