How many syllables in “keratotomies”?
syllables in "keratotomies"
Word details
Syllables
5
ke · ra · to · to · mies
Letters
12
k · e · r · a · t · o · t · o · m · i · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “keratotomies”
The word “keratotomies” contains 5 syllables, divided as ke · ra · to · to · mies. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "keratotomies" have?
"keratotomies" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "keratotomies" into syllables?
"keratotomies" is divided into syllables as: ke · ra · to · to · mies.
What is the Scrabble score for "keratotomies"?
The Scrabble score for "keratotomies" is 18 points.
Using “keratotomies” in writing
"keratotomies" (ke · ra · to · to · mies) 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, “keratotomies” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.