How many syllables in “thrombophlebitis”?
syllables in "thrombophlebitis"
Word details
Syllables
5
throm · bop · hle · bi · tis
Letters
16
t · h · r · o · m · b · o · p · h · l · e · b · i · t · i · s
Scrabble
30
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About the word “thrombophlebitis”
The word “thrombophlebitis” contains 5 syllables, divided as throm · bop · hle · bi · tis. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thrombophlebitis" have?
"thrombophlebitis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "thrombophlebitis" into syllables?
"thrombophlebitis" is divided into syllables as: throm · bop · hle · bi · tis.
What is the Scrabble score for "thrombophlebitis"?
The Scrabble score for "thrombophlebitis" is 30 points.
Using “thrombophlebitis” in writing
"thrombophlebitis" (throm · bop · hle · bi · tis) 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, “thrombophlebitis” is worth 30 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.