How many syllables in “tsutsugamushi”?
syllables in "tsutsugamushi"
Word details
Syllables
5
tsut · su · ga · mus · hi
Letters
13
t · s · u · t · s · u · g · a · m · u · s · h · i
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “tsutsugamushi”
The word “tsutsugamushi” contains 5 syllables, divided as tsut · su · ga · mus · hi. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tsutsugamushi" have?
"tsutsugamushi" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "tsutsugamushi" into syllables?
"tsutsugamushi" is divided into syllables as: tsut · su · ga · mus · hi.
What is the Scrabble score for "tsutsugamushi"?
The Scrabble score for "tsutsugamushi" is 19 points.
Using “tsutsugamushi” in writing
"tsutsugamushi" (tsut · su · ga · mus · hi) 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, “tsutsugamushi” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.