How many syllables in “laryngitides”?
syllables in "laryngitides"
Word details
Syllables
5
la · ryn · gi · ti · des
Letters
12
l · a · r · y · n · g · i · t · i · d · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “laryngitides”
The word “laryngitides” contains 5 syllables, divided as la · ryn · gi · ti · des. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "laryngitides" have?
"laryngitides" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "laryngitides" into syllables?
"laryngitides" is divided into syllables as: la · ryn · gi · ti · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "laryngitides"?
The Scrabble score for "laryngitides" is 17 points.
Using “laryngitides” in writing
"laryngitides" (la · ryn · gi · ti · des) 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, “laryngitides” 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.