How many syllables in “telangiectasis”?
syllables in "telangiectasis"
Word details
Syllables
5
te · lan · giec · ta · sis
Letters
14
t · e · l · a · n · g · i · e · c · t · a · s · i · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “telangiectasis”
The word “telangiectasis” contains 5 syllables, divided as te · lan · giec · ta · sis. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "telangiectasis" have?
"telangiectasis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "telangiectasis" into syllables?
"telangiectasis" is divided into syllables as: te · lan · giec · ta · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "telangiectasis"?
The Scrabble score for "telangiectasis" is 17 points.
Using “telangiectasis” in writing
"telangiectasis" (te · lan · giec · ta · sis) 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, “telangiectasis” 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.