How many syllables in “spermatogonia”?
syllables in "spermatogonia"
Word details
Syllables
5
sper · ma · to · go · nia
Letters
13
s · p · e · r · m · a · t · o · g · o · n · i · a
Scrabble
18
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About the word “spermatogonia”
The word “spermatogonia” contains 5 syllables, divided as sper · ma · to · go · nia. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spermatogonia" have?
"spermatogonia" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "spermatogonia" into syllables?
"spermatogonia" is divided into syllables as: sper · ma · to · go · nia.
What is the Scrabble score for "spermatogonia"?
The Scrabble score for "spermatogonia" is 18 points.
Using “spermatogonia” in writing
"spermatogonia" (sper · ma · to · go · nia) 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, “spermatogonia” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.