How many syllables in “decasyllabic”?
syllables in "decasyllabic"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · ca · syl · la · bic
Letters
12
d · e · c · a · s · y · l · l · a · b · i · c
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “decasyllabic”
The word “decasyllabic” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · ca · syl · la · bic. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "decasyllabic" have?
"decasyllabic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "decasyllabic" into syllables?
"decasyllabic" is divided into syllables as: de · ca · syl · la · bic.
What is the Scrabble score for "decasyllabic"?
The Scrabble score for "decasyllabic" is 22 points.
Using “decasyllabic” in writing
"decasyllabic" (de · ca · syl · la · bic) 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, “decasyllabic” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.