How many syllables in “zygapophysis”?
syllables in "zygapophysis"
Word details
Syllables
5
zy · ga · pop · hy · sis
Letters
12
z · y · g · a · p · o · p · h · y · s · i · s
Scrabble
35
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About the word “zygapophysis”
The word “zygapophysis” contains 5 syllables, divided as zy · ga · pop · hy · sis. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "zygapophysis" have?
"zygapophysis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "zygapophysis" into syllables?
"zygapophysis" is divided into syllables as: zy · ga · pop · hy · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "zygapophysis"?
The Scrabble score for "zygapophysis" is 35 points.
Using “zygapophysis” in writing
"zygapophysis" (zy · ga · pop · hy · 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, “zygapophysis” is worth 35 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.