How many syllables in “pathogenetic”?
syllables in "pathogenetic"
Word details
Syllables
5
pat · ho · ge · ne · tic
Letters
12
p · a · t · h · o · g · e · n · e · t · i · c
Scrabble
20
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About the word “pathogenetic”
The word “pathogenetic” contains 5 syllables, divided as pat · ho · ge · ne · tic. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pathogenetic" have?
"pathogenetic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pathogenetic" into syllables?
"pathogenetic" is divided into syllables as: pat · ho · ge · ne · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "pathogenetic"?
The Scrabble score for "pathogenetic" is 20 points.
Using “pathogenetic” in writing
"pathogenetic" (pat · ho · ge · ne · tic) 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, “pathogenetic” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.