How many syllables in “teratogenic”?
syllables in "teratogenic"
Word details
Syllables
5
te · ra · to · ge · nic
Letters
11
t · e · r · a · t · o · g · e · n · i · c
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “teratogenic”
The word “teratogenic” contains 5 syllables, divided as te · ra · to · ge · nic. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "teratogenic" have?
"teratogenic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "teratogenic" into syllables?
"teratogenic" is divided into syllables as: te · ra · to · ge · nic.
What is the Scrabble score for "teratogenic"?
The Scrabble score for "teratogenic" is 14 points.
Using “teratogenic” in writing
"teratogenic" (te · ra · to · ge · nic) 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, “teratogenic” is worth 14 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.