How many syllables in “mastoidectomies”?
syllables in "mastoidectomies"
Word details
Syllables
5
ma · stoi · dec · to · mies
Letters
15
m · a · s · t · o · i · d · e · c · t · o · m · i · e · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “mastoidectomies”
The word “mastoidectomies” contains 5 syllables, divided as ma · stoi · dec · to · mies. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mastoidectomies" have?
"mastoidectomies" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "mastoidectomies" into syllables?
"mastoidectomies" is divided into syllables as: ma · stoi · dec · to · mies.
What is the Scrabble score for "mastoidectomies"?
The Scrabble score for "mastoidectomies" is 22 points.
Using “mastoidectomies” in writing
"mastoidectomies" (ma · stoi · dec · to · mies) 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, “mastoidectomies” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.