How many syllables in “decasyllables”?
syllables in "decasyllables"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · ca · syl · la · bles
Letters
13
d · e · c · a · s · y · l · l · a · b · l · e · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “decasyllables”
The word “decasyllables” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · ca · syl · la · bles. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "decasyllables" have?
"decasyllables" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "decasyllables" into syllables?
"decasyllables" is divided into syllables as: de · ca · syl · la · bles.
What is the Scrabble score for "decasyllables"?
The Scrabble score for "decasyllables" is 21 points.
Using “decasyllables” in writing
"decasyllables" (de · ca · syl · la · bles) 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, “decasyllables” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.