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How many syllables in “zygosis”?

3

syllables in "zygosis"

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Word details

Syllables

3

zy · go · sis

Letters

7

z · y · g · o · s · i · s

Scrabble

20

points

Scrabble letter values

z10
y4
g2
o1
s1
i1
s1

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About the word “zygosis

The word zygosis contains 3 syllables, divided as zy · go · sis. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "zygosis" have?

"zygosis" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "zygosis" into syllables?

"zygosis" is divided into syllables as: zy · go · sis.

What is the Scrabble score for "zygosis"?

The Scrabble score for "zygosis" is 20 points.

Using “zygosis” in writing

Three-syllable words like "zygosis" (zy · go · sis) 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, zygosis is worth 20 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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