How many syllables in “metagenesis”?
syllables in "metagenesis"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · ta · ge · ne · sis
Letters
11
m · e · t · a · g · e · n · e · s · i · s
Scrabble
14
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About the word “metagenesis”
The word “metagenesis” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · ta · ge · ne · sis. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "metagenesis" have?
"metagenesis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "metagenesis" into syllables?
"metagenesis" is divided into syllables as: me · ta · ge · ne · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "metagenesis"?
The Scrabble score for "metagenesis" is 14 points.
Using “metagenesis” in writing
"metagenesis" (me · ta · ge · ne · sis) 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, “metagenesis” 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.