How many syllables in “postmastectomy”?
syllables in "postmastectomy"
Word details
Syllables
5
pos · tma · stec · to · my
Letters
14
p · o · s · t · m · a · s · t · e · c · t · o · m · y
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “postmastectomy”
The word “postmastectomy” contains 5 syllables, divided as pos · tma · stec · to · my. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "postmastectomy" have?
"postmastectomy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "postmastectomy" into syllables?
"postmastectomy" is divided into syllables as: pos · tma · stec · to · my.
What is the Scrabble score for "postmastectomy"?
The Scrabble score for "postmastectomy" is 25 points.
Using “postmastectomy” in writing
"postmastectomy" (pos · tma · stec · to · my) 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, “postmastectomy” 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.