How many syllables in “neurosis”?
syllables in "neurosis"
Word details
Syllables
3
neu · ro · sis
Letters
8
n · e · u · r · o · s · i · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “neurosis”
The word “neurosis” contains 3 syllables, divided as neu · ro · sis. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "neurosis" have?
"neurosis" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "neurosis" into syllables?
"neurosis" is divided into syllables as: neu · ro · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "neurosis"?
The Scrabble score for "neurosis" is 8 points.
Using “neurosis” in writing
Three-syllable words like "neurosis" (neu · ro · sis) 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, “neurosis” is worth 8 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 “neurosis”
The letters in “neurosis” can be rearranged to spell one other word: resinous.