How many syllables in “laparoscopic”?
syllables in "laparoscopic"
Word details
Syllables
5
la · pa · ro · sco · pic
Letters
12
l · a · p · a · r · o · s · c · o · p · i · c
Scrabble
20
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About the word “laparoscopic”
The word “laparoscopic” contains 5 syllables, divided as la · pa · ro · sco · pic. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "laparoscopic" have?
"laparoscopic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "laparoscopic" into syllables?
"laparoscopic" is divided into syllables as: la · pa · ro · sco · pic.
What is the Scrabble score for "laparoscopic"?
The Scrabble score for "laparoscopic" is 20 points.
Using “laparoscopic” in writing
"laparoscopic" (la · pa · ro · sco · pic) 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, “laparoscopic” 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.