How many syllables in “nasopharyngeal”?
syllables in "nasopharyngeal"
Word details
Syllables
5
na · sop · ha · ryn · geal
Letters
14
n · a · s · o · p · h · a · r · y · n · g · e · a · l
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “nasopharyngeal”
The word “nasopharyngeal” contains 5 syllables, divided as na · sop · ha · ryn · geal. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nasopharyngeal" have?
"nasopharyngeal" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nasopharyngeal" into syllables?
"nasopharyngeal" is divided into syllables as: na · sop · ha · ryn · geal.
What is the Scrabble score for "nasopharyngeal"?
The Scrabble score for "nasopharyngeal" is 23 points.
Using “nasopharyngeal” in writing
"nasopharyngeal" (na · sop · ha · ryn · geal) 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, “nasopharyngeal” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.