How many syllables in “laparoscopy”?
syllables in "laparoscopy"
Word details
Syllables
5
la · pa · ro · sco · py
Letters
11
l · a · p · a · r · o · s · c · o · p · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “laparoscopy”
The word “laparoscopy” contains 5 syllables, divided as la · pa · ro · sco · py. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "laparoscopy" have?
"laparoscopy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "laparoscopy" into syllables?
"laparoscopy" is divided into syllables as: la · pa · ro · sco · py.
What is the Scrabble score for "laparoscopy"?
The Scrabble score for "laparoscopy" is 20 points.
Using “laparoscopy” in writing
"laparoscopy" (la · pa · ro · sco · py) 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, “laparoscopy” 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.