How many syllables in “phagocytosing”?
syllables in "phagocytosing"
Word details
Syllables
5
pha · go · cy · to · sing
Letters
13
p · h · a · g · o · c · y · t · o · s · i · n · g
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “phagocytosing”
The word “phagocytosing” contains 5 syllables, divided as pha · go · cy · to · sing. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "phagocytosing" have?
"phagocytosing" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "phagocytosing" into syllables?
"phagocytosing" is divided into syllables as: pha · go · cy · to · sing.
What is the Scrabble score for "phagocytosing"?
The Scrabble score for "phagocytosing" is 25 points.
Using “phagocytosing” in writing
"phagocytosing" (pha · go · cy · to · sing) 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, “phagocytosing” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.