How many syllables in “decemviri”?
syllables in "decemviri"
Word details
Syllables
4
de · cem · vi · ri
Letters
9
d · e · c · e · m · v · i · r · i
Scrabble
17
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About the word “decemviri”
The word “decemviri” contains 4 syllables, divided as de · cem · vi · ri. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "decemviri" have?
"decemviri" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "decemviri" into syllables?
"decemviri" is divided into syllables as: de · cem · vi · ri.
What is the Scrabble score for "decemviri"?
The Scrabble score for "decemviri" is 17 points.
Using “decemviri” in writing
Four-syllable words like "decemviri" (de · cem · vi · ri) 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, “decemviri” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “decemviri”
The letters in “decemviri” can be rearranged to spell one other word: vermicide.