How many syllables in “metamorphosis”?
syllables in "metamorphosis"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · ta · mor · pho · sis
Letters
13
m · e · t · a · m · o · r · p · h · o · s · i · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “metamorphosis”
The word “metamorphosis” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · ta · mor · pho · sis. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "metamorphosis" have?
"metamorphosis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "metamorphosis" into syllables?
"metamorphosis" is divided into syllables as: me · ta · mor · pho · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "metamorphosis"?
The Scrabble score for "metamorphosis" is 22 points.
Using “metamorphosis” in writing
"metamorphosis" (me · ta · mor · pho · 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, “metamorphosis” 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.