How many syllables in “thyroidectomies”?
syllables in "thyroidectomies"
Word details
Syllables
5
thy · roi · dec · to · mies
Letters
15
t · h · y · r · o · i · d · e · c · t · o · m · i · e · s
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “thyroidectomies”
The word “thyroidectomies” contains 5 syllables, divided as thy · roi · dec · to · mies. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thyroidectomies" have?
"thyroidectomies" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "thyroidectomies" into syllables?
"thyroidectomies" is divided into syllables as: thy · roi · dec · to · mies.
What is the Scrabble score for "thyroidectomies"?
The Scrabble score for "thyroidectomies" is 26 points.
Using “thyroidectomies” in writing
"thyroidectomies" (thy · roi · dec · to · mies) 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, “thyroidectomies” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.