How many syllables in “pathogenesis”?
syllables in "pathogenesis"
Word details
Syllables
5
pat · ho · ge · ne · sis
Letters
12
p · a · t · h · o · g · e · n · e · s · i · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “pathogenesis”
The word “pathogenesis” contains 5 syllables, divided as pat · ho · ge · ne · sis. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pathogenesis" have?
"pathogenesis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pathogenesis" into syllables?
"pathogenesis" is divided into syllables as: pat · ho · ge · ne · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "pathogenesis"?
The Scrabble score for "pathogenesis" is 18 points.
Using “pathogenesis” in writing
"pathogenesis" (pat · ho · ge · ne · 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, “pathogenesis” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.