How many syllables in “prostatectomy”?
syllables in "prostatectomy"
Word details
Syllables
5
pro · sta · tec · to · my
Letters
13
p · r · o · s · t · a · t · e · c · t · o · m · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “prostatectomy”
The word “prostatectomy” contains 5 syllables, divided as pro · sta · tec · to · my. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prostatectomy" have?
"prostatectomy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "prostatectomy" into syllables?
"prostatectomy" is divided into syllables as: pro · sta · tec · to · my.
What is the Scrabble score for "prostatectomy"?
The Scrabble score for "prostatectomy" is 22 points.
Using “prostatectomy” in writing
"prostatectomy" (pro · sta · tec · 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, “prostatectomy” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.