How many syllables in “tonsillectomy”?
syllables in "tonsillectomy"
Word details
Syllables
5
ton · sil · lec · to · my
Letters
13
t · o · n · s · i · l · l · e · c · t · o · m · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “tonsillectomy”
The word “tonsillectomy” contains 5 syllables, divided as ton · sil · lec · to · my. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tonsillectomy" have?
"tonsillectomy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "tonsillectomy" into syllables?
"tonsillectomy" is divided into syllables as: ton · sil · lec · to · my.
What is the Scrabble score for "tonsillectomy"?
The Scrabble score for "tonsillectomy" is 20 points.
Using “tonsillectomy” in writing
"tonsillectomy" (ton · sil · lec · to · my) 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, “tonsillectomy” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.