How many syllables in “laryngectomee”?
syllables in "laryngectomee"
Word details
Syllables
5
la · ryn · gec · to · mee
Letters
13
l · a · r · y · n · g · e · c · t · o · m · e · e
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “laryngectomee”
The word “laryngectomee” contains 5 syllables, divided as la · ryn · gec · to · mee. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "laryngectomee" have?
"laryngectomee" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "laryngectomee" into syllables?
"laryngectomee" is divided into syllables as: la · ryn · gec · to · mee.
What is the Scrabble score for "laryngectomee"?
The Scrabble score for "laryngectomee" is 21 points.
Using “laryngectomee” in writing
"laryngectomee" (la · ryn · gec · to · mee) 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, “laryngectomee” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.