How many syllables in “myxomatosis”?
syllables in "myxomatosis"
Word details
Syllables
5
my · xo · ma · to · sis
Letters
11
m · y · x · o · m · a · t · o · s · i · s
Scrabble
25
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About the word “myxomatosis”
The word “myxomatosis” contains 5 syllables, divided as my · xo · ma · to · sis. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "myxomatosis" have?
"myxomatosis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "myxomatosis" into syllables?
"myxomatosis" is divided into syllables as: my · xo · ma · to · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "myxomatosis"?
The Scrabble score for "myxomatosis" is 25 points.
Using “myxomatosis” in writing
"myxomatosis" (my · xo · ma · to · 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, “myxomatosis” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.