How many syllables in “citronella”?
syllables in "citronella"
Word details
Syllables
4
ci · tro · nel · la
Letters
10
c · i · t · r · o · n · e · l · l · a
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “citronella”
The word “citronella” contains 4 syllables, divided as ci · tro · nel · la. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "citronella" have?
"citronella" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "citronella" into syllables?
"citronella" is divided into syllables as: ci · tro · nel · la.
What is the Scrabble score for "citronella"?
The Scrabble score for "citronella" is 12 points.
Using “citronella” in writing
Four-syllable words like "citronella" (ci · tro · nel · la) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “citronella” is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “citronella”
The letters in “citronella” can be rearranged to spell one other word: interlocal.