How many syllables in “zygomas”?
syllables in "zygomas"
Word details
Syllables
3
zy · go · mas
Letters
7
z · y · g · o · m · a · s
Scrabble
22
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “zygomas”
The word “zygomas” contains 3 syllables, divided as zy · go · mas. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "zygomas" have?
"zygomas" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "zygomas" into syllables?
"zygomas" is divided into syllables as: zy · go · mas.
What is the Scrabble score for "zygomas"?
The Scrabble score for "zygomas" is 22 points.
Using “zygomas” in writing
Three-syllable words like "zygomas" (zy · go · mas) 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, “zygomas” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.