How many syllables in “microdissection”?
syllables in "microdissection"
Word details
Syllables
5
micr · odis · sect · ion
Letters
15
m · i · c · r · o · d · i · s · s · e · c · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “microdissection”
The word “microdissection” contains 5 syllables, divided as micr · odis · sect · ion. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "microdissection" have?
"microdissection" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "microdissection" into syllables?
"microdissection" is divided into syllables as: micr · odis · sect · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "microdissection"?
The Scrabble score for "microdissection" is 22 points.
Using “microdissection” in writing
"microdissection" (micr · odis · sect · ion) 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, “microdissection” 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.