How many syllables in “mastoidectomy”?
syllables in "mastoidectomy"
Word details
Syllables
5
ma · stoi · dec · to · my
Letters
13
m · a · s · t · o · i · d · e · c · t · o · m · y
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “mastoidectomy”
The word “mastoidectomy” contains 5 syllables, divided as ma · stoi · dec · to · my. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mastoidectomy" have?
"mastoidectomy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "mastoidectomy" into syllables?
"mastoidectomy" is divided into syllables as: ma · stoi · dec · to · my.
What is the Scrabble score for "mastoidectomy"?
The Scrabble score for "mastoidectomy" is 23 points.
Using “mastoidectomy” in writing
"mastoidectomy" (ma · stoi · dec · to · my) 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, “mastoidectomy” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.