How many syllables in “laparoscopists”?
syllables in "laparoscopists"
Word details
Syllables
5
la · pa · ro · sco · pists
Letters
14
l · a · p · a · r · o · s · c · o · p · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “laparoscopists”
The word “laparoscopists” contains 5 syllables, divided as la · pa · ro · sco · pists. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "laparoscopists" have?
"laparoscopists" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "laparoscopists" into syllables?
"laparoscopists" is divided into syllables as: la · pa · ro · sco · pists.
What is the Scrabble score for "laparoscopists"?
The Scrabble score for "laparoscopists" is 20 points.
Using “laparoscopists” in writing
"laparoscopists" (la · pa · ro · sco · pists) 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, “laparoscopists” 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.