How many syllables in “neoplastic”?
syllables in "neoplastic"
Word details
Syllables
3
neo · pla · stic
Letters
10
n · e · o · p · l · a · s · t · i · c
Scrabble
14
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About the word “neoplastic”
The word “neoplastic” contains 3 syllables, divided as neo · pla · stic. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "neoplastic" have?
"neoplastic" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "neoplastic" into syllables?
"neoplastic" is divided into syllables as: neo · pla · stic.
What is the Scrabble score for "neoplastic"?
The Scrabble score for "neoplastic" is 14 points.
Using “neoplastic” in writing
Three-syllable words like "neoplastic" (neo · pla · stic) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “neoplastic” 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.
Anagrams of “neoplastic”
The letters in “neoplastic” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pleonastic.