How many syllables in “mesothelioma”?
syllables in "mesothelioma"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · sot · he · lio · ma
Letters
12
m · e · s · o · t · h · e · l · i · o · m · a
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “mesothelioma”
The word “mesothelioma” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · sot · he · lio · ma. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mesothelioma" have?
"mesothelioma" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "mesothelioma" into syllables?
"mesothelioma" is divided into syllables as: me · sot · he · lio · ma.
What is the Scrabble score for "mesothelioma"?
The Scrabble score for "mesothelioma" is 19 points.
Using “mesothelioma” in writing
"mesothelioma" (me · sot · he · lio · ma) 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, “mesothelioma” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.