How many syllables in “tendinitis”?
syllables in "tendinitis"
Word details
Syllables
4
ten · di · ni · tis
Letters
10
t · e · n · d · i · n · i · t · i · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “tendinitis”
The word “tendinitis” contains 4 syllables, divided as ten · di · ni · tis. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tendinitis" have?
"tendinitis" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "tendinitis" into syllables?
"tendinitis" is divided into syllables as: ten · di · ni · tis.
What is the Scrabble score for "tendinitis"?
The Scrabble score for "tendinitis" is 11 points.
Using “tendinitis” in writing
Four-syllable words like "tendinitis" (ten · di · ni · tis) 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, “tendinitis” is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.