How many syllables in “telangiectasia”?
syllables in "telangiectasia"
Word details
Syllables
5
te · lan · giec · ta · sia
Letters
14
t · e · l · a · n · g · i · e · c · t · a · s · i · a
Scrabble
17
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About the word “telangiectasia”
The word “telangiectasia” contains 5 syllables, divided as te · lan · giec · ta · sia. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "telangiectasia" have?
"telangiectasia" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "telangiectasia" into syllables?
"telangiectasia" is divided into syllables as: te · lan · giec · ta · sia.
What is the Scrabble score for "telangiectasia"?
The Scrabble score for "telangiectasia" is 17 points.
Using “telangiectasia” in writing
"telangiectasia" (te · lan · giec · ta · sia) 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, “telangiectasia” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.