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How many syllables in “zygoma”?

3

syllables in "zygoma"

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Word details

Syllables

3

zy · go · ma

Letters

6

z · y · g · o · m · a

Scrabble

21

points

Scrabble letter values

z10
y4
g2
o1
m3
a1

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About the word “zygoma

The word zygoma contains 3 syllables, divided as zy · go · ma. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "zygoma" have?

"zygoma" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "zygoma" into syllables?

"zygoma" is divided into syllables as: zy · go · ma.

What is the Scrabble score for "zygoma"?

The Scrabble score for "zygoma" is 21 points.

Using “zygoma” in writing

Three-syllable words like "zygoma" (zy · go · ma) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, zygoma is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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