How many syllables in “leukaemia”?
syllables in "leukaemia"
Word details
Syllables
3
leu · kae · mia
Letters
9
l · e · u · k · a · e · m · i · a
Scrabble
15
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About the word “leukaemia”
The word “leukaemia” contains 3 syllables, divided as leu · kae · mia. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "leukaemia" have?
"leukaemia" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "leukaemia" into syllables?
"leukaemia" is divided into syllables as: leu · kae · mia.
What is the Scrabble score for "leukaemia"?
The Scrabble score for "leukaemia" is 15 points.
Using “leukaemia” in writing
Three-syllable words like "leukaemia" (leu · kae · mia) 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, “leukaemia” 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.