How many syllables in “intrathoracic”?
syllables in "intrathoracic"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · trat · ho · ra · cic
Letters
13
i · n · t · r · a · t · h · o · r · a · c · i · c
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “intrathoracic”
The word “intrathoracic” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · trat · ho · ra · cic. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intrathoracic" have?
"intrathoracic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intrathoracic" into syllables?
"intrathoracic" is divided into syllables as: in · trat · ho · ra · cic.
What is the Scrabble score for "intrathoracic"?
The Scrabble score for "intrathoracic" is 20 points.
Using “intrathoracic” in writing
"intrathoracic" (in · trat · ho · ra · cic) 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, “intrathoracic” 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.