How many syllables in “syringomyelia”?
syllables in "syringomyelia"
Word details
Syllables
5
sy · rin · go · mye · lia
Letters
13
s · y · r · i · n · g · o · m · y · e · l · i · a
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “syringomyelia”
The word “syringomyelia” contains 5 syllables, divided as sy · rin · go · mye · lia. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "syringomyelia" have?
"syringomyelia" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "syringomyelia" into syllables?
"syringomyelia" is divided into syllables as: sy · rin · go · mye · lia.
What is the Scrabble score for "syringomyelia"?
The Scrabble score for "syringomyelia" is 22 points.
Using “syringomyelia” in writing
"syringomyelia" (sy · rin · go · mye · lia) 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, “syringomyelia” 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.