How many syllables in “pathognomonic”?
syllables in "pathognomonic"
Word details
Syllables
5
pat · hog · no · mo · nic
Letters
13
p · a · t · h · o · g · n · o · m · o · n · i · c
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “pathognomonic”
The word “pathognomonic” contains 5 syllables, divided as pat · hog · no · mo · nic. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pathognomonic" have?
"pathognomonic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pathognomonic" into syllables?
"pathognomonic" is divided into syllables as: pat · hog · no · mo · nic.
What is the Scrabble score for "pathognomonic"?
The Scrabble score for "pathognomonic" is 23 points.
Using “pathognomonic” in writing
"pathognomonic" (pat · hog · no · mo · nic) 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, “pathognomonic” 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.