How many syllables in “synaesthesis”?
syllables in "synaesthesis"
Word details
Syllables
4
sy · naes · the · sis
Letters
12
s · y · n · a · e · s · t · h · e · s · i · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “synaesthesis”
The word “synaesthesis” contains 4 syllables, divided as sy · naes · the · sis. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "synaesthesis" have?
"synaesthesis" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "synaesthesis" into syllables?
"synaesthesis" is divided into syllables as: sy · naes · the · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "synaesthesis"?
The Scrabble score for "synaesthesis" is 18 points.
Using “synaesthesis” in writing
Four-syllable words like "synaesthesis" (sy · naes · the · sis) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “synaesthesis” 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.
Anagrams of “synaesthesis”
The letters in “synaesthesis” can be rearranged to spell one other word: synesthesias.