How many syllables in “zygotes”?
syllables in "zygotes"
Word details
Syllables
3
zy · go · tes
Letters
7
z · y · g · o · t · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “zygotes”
The word “zygotes” contains 3 syllables, divided as zy · go · tes. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "zygotes" have?
"zygotes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "zygotes" into syllables?
"zygotes" is divided into syllables as: zy · go · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "zygotes"?
The Scrabble score for "zygotes" is 20 points.
Using “zygotes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "zygotes" (zy · go · tes) 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, “zygotes” 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.