How many syllables in “varicocele”?
syllables in "varicocele"
Word details
Syllables
5
va · ri · co · ce · le
Letters
10
v · a · r · i · c · o · c · e · l · e
Scrabble
17
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About the word “varicocele”
The word “varicocele” contains 5 syllables, divided as va · ri · co · ce · le. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "varicocele" have?
"varicocele" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "varicocele" into syllables?
"varicocele" is divided into syllables as: va · ri · co · ce · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "varicocele"?
The Scrabble score for "varicocele" is 17 points.
Using “varicocele” in writing
"varicocele" (va · ri · co · ce · le) 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, “varicocele” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.