How many syllables in “toxoplasmosis”?
syllables in "toxoplasmosis"
Word details
Syllables
5
to · xo · pla · smo · sis
Letters
13
t · o · x · o · p · l · a · s · m · o · s · i · s
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “toxoplasmosis”
The word “toxoplasmosis” contains 5 syllables, divided as to · xo · pla · smo · sis. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "toxoplasmosis" have?
"toxoplasmosis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "toxoplasmosis" into syllables?
"toxoplasmosis" is divided into syllables as: to · xo · pla · smo · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "toxoplasmosis"?
The Scrabble score for "toxoplasmosis" is 24 points.
Using “toxoplasmosis” in writing
"toxoplasmosis" (to · xo · pla · smo · sis) 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, “toxoplasmosis” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.