How many syllables in “laryngoscopy”?
syllables in "laryngoscopy"
Word details
Syllables
5
la · ryn · go · sco · py
Letters
12
l · a · r · y · n · g · o · s · c · o · p · y
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “laryngoscopy”
The word “laryngoscopy” contains 5 syllables, divided as la · ryn · go · sco · py. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "laryngoscopy" have?
"laryngoscopy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "laryngoscopy" into syllables?
"laryngoscopy" is divided into syllables as: la · ryn · go · sco · py.
What is the Scrabble score for "laryngoscopy"?
The Scrabble score for "laryngoscopy" is 23 points.
Using “laryngoscopy” in writing
"laryngoscopy" (la · ryn · go · 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, “laryngoscopy” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.