How many syllables in “sigmoidoscopy”?
syllables in "sigmoidoscopy"
Word details
Syllables
5
sig · moi · do · sco · py
Letters
13
s · i · g · m · o · i · d · o · s · c · o · p · y
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “sigmoidoscopy”
The word “sigmoidoscopy” contains 5 syllables, divided as sig · moi · do · sco · py. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sigmoidoscopy" have?
"sigmoidoscopy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sigmoidoscopy" into syllables?
"sigmoidoscopy" is divided into syllables as: sig · moi · do · sco · py.
What is the Scrabble score for "sigmoidoscopy"?
The Scrabble score for "sigmoidoscopy" is 24 points.
Using “sigmoidoscopy” in writing
"sigmoidoscopy" (sig · moi · do · sco · py) 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, “sigmoidoscopy” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.