How many syllables in “laparotomy”?
syllables in "laparotomy"
Word details
Syllables
5
la · pa · ro · to · my
Letters
10
l · a · p · a · r · o · t · o · m · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “laparotomy”
The word “laparotomy” contains 5 syllables, divided as la · pa · ro · to · my. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "laparotomy" have?
"laparotomy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "laparotomy" into syllables?
"laparotomy" is divided into syllables as: la · pa · ro · to · my.
What is the Scrabble score for "laparotomy"?
The Scrabble score for "laparotomy" is 17 points.
Using “laparotomy” in writing
"laparotomy" (la · pa · ro · to · my) 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, “laparotomy” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.