How many syllables in “benzodiazepine”?
syllables in "benzodiazepine"
Word details
Syllables
5
ben · zod · iaz · epi · ne
Letters
14
b · e · n · z · o · d · i · a · z · e · p · i · n · e
Scrabble
37
points
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About the word “benzodiazepine”
The word “benzodiazepine” contains 5 syllables, divided as ben · zod · iaz · epi · ne. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "benzodiazepine" have?
"benzodiazepine" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "benzodiazepine" into syllables?
"benzodiazepine" is divided into syllables as: ben · zod · iaz · epi · ne.
What is the Scrabble score for "benzodiazepine"?
The Scrabble score for "benzodiazepine" is 37 points.
Using “benzodiazepine” in writing
"benzodiazepine" (ben · zod · iaz · epi · ne) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “benzodiazepine” is worth 37 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.