How many syllables in “coadjutrix”?
syllables in "coadjutrix"
Word details
Syllables
3
coad · ju · trix
Letters
10
c · o · a · d · j · u · t · r · i · x
Scrabble
27
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About the word “coadjutrix”
The word “coadjutrix” contains 3 syllables, divided as coad · ju · trix. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "coadjutrix" have?
"coadjutrix" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "coadjutrix" into syllables?
"coadjutrix" is divided into syllables as: coad · ju · trix.
What is the Scrabble score for "coadjutrix"?
The Scrabble score for "coadjutrix" is 27 points.
Using “coadjutrix” in writing
Three-syllable words like "coadjutrix" (coad · ju · trix) 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, “coadjutrix” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.