How many syllables in “scyphozoan”?
syllables in "scyphozoan"
Word details
Syllables
3
scyp · ho · zoan
Letters
10
s · c · y · p · h · o · z · o · a · n
Scrabble
29
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About the word “scyphozoan”
The word “scyphozoan” contains 3 syllables, divided as scyp · ho · zoan. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "scyphozoan" have?
"scyphozoan" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "scyphozoan" into syllables?
"scyphozoan" is divided into syllables as: scyp · ho · zoan.
What is the Scrabble score for "scyphozoan"?
The Scrabble score for "scyphozoan" is 29 points.
Using “scyphozoan” in writing
Three-syllable words like "scyphozoan" (scyp · ho · zoan) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “scyphozoan” is worth 29 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.