How many syllables in “laparotomies”?
syllables in "laparotomies"
Word details
Syllables
5
la · pa · ro · to · mies
Letters
12
l · a · p · a · r · o · t · o · m · i · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “laparotomies”
The word “laparotomies” contains 5 syllables, divided as la · pa · ro · to · mies. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "laparotomies" have?
"laparotomies" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "laparotomies" into syllables?
"laparotomies" is divided into syllables as: la · pa · ro · to · mies.
What is the Scrabble score for "laparotomies"?
The Scrabble score for "laparotomies" is 16 points.
Using “laparotomies” in writing
"laparotomies" (la · pa · ro · 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, “laparotomies” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.