How many syllables in “lobotomise”?
syllables in "lobotomise"
Word details
Syllables
4
lob · oto · mis · e
Letters
10
l · o · b · o · t · o · m · i · s · e
Scrabble
14
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About the word “lobotomise”
The word “lobotomise” contains 4 syllables, divided as lob · oto · mis · e. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lobotomise" have?
"lobotomise" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "lobotomise" into syllables?
"lobotomise" is divided into syllables as: lob · oto · mis · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "lobotomise"?
The Scrabble score for "lobotomise" is 14 points.
Using “lobotomise” in writing
Four-syllable words like "lobotomise" (lob · oto · mis · e) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “lobotomise” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “lobotomise”
The letters in “lobotomise” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lobotomies.