How many syllables in “zygoma”?
syllables in "zygoma"
Word details
Syllables
3
zy · go · ma
Letters
6
z · y · g · o · m · a
Scrabble
21
points
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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.