How many syllables in “leptospirosis”?
syllables in "leptospirosis"
Word details
Syllables
5
lep · to · spi · ro · sis
Letters
13
l · e · p · t · o · s · p · i · r · o · s · i · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “leptospirosis”
The word “leptospirosis” contains 5 syllables, divided as lep · to · spi · ro · sis. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "leptospirosis" have?
"leptospirosis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "leptospirosis" into syllables?
"leptospirosis" is divided into syllables as: lep · to · spi · ro · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "leptospirosis"?
The Scrabble score for "leptospirosis" is 17 points.
Using “leptospirosis” in writing
"leptospirosis" (lep · to · spi · ro · sis) 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, “leptospirosis” 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.