How many syllables in “phagocytosis”?
syllables in "phagocytosis"
Word details
Syllables
5
pha · go · cy · to · sis
Letters
12
p · h · a · g · o · c · y · t · o · s · i · s
Scrabble
23
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About the word “phagocytosis”
The word “phagocytosis” contains 5 syllables, divided as pha · go · cy · to · sis. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "phagocytosis" have?
"phagocytosis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "phagocytosis" into syllables?
"phagocytosis" is divided into syllables as: pha · go · cy · to · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "phagocytosis"?
The Scrabble score for "phagocytosis" is 23 points.
Using “phagocytosis” in writing
"phagocytosis" (pha · go · cy · to · 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, “phagocytosis” 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.