How many syllables in “leishmania”?
syllables in "leishmania"
Word details
Syllables
3
leis · hma · nia
Letters
10
l · e · i · s · h · m · a · n · i · a
Scrabble
15
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About the word “leishmania”
The word “leishmania” contains 3 syllables, divided as leis · hma · nia. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "leishmania" have?
"leishmania" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "leishmania" into syllables?
"leishmania" is divided into syllables as: leis · hma · nia.
What is the Scrabble score for "leishmania"?
The Scrabble score for "leishmania" is 15 points.
Using “leishmania” in writing
Three-syllable words like "leishmania" (leis · hma · nia) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “leishmania” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.