How many syllables in “megaloblastic”?
syllables in "megaloblastic"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · ga · lo · bla · stic
Letters
13
m · e · g · a · l · o · b · l · a · s · t · i · c
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “megaloblastic”
The word “megaloblastic” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · ga · lo · bla · stic. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "megaloblastic" have?
"megaloblastic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "megaloblastic" into syllables?
"megaloblastic" is divided into syllables as: me · ga · lo · bla · stic.
What is the Scrabble score for "megaloblastic"?
The Scrabble score for "megaloblastic" is 20 points.
Using “megaloblastic” in writing
"megaloblastic" (me · ga · lo · bla · stic) 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, “megaloblastic” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.