How many syllables in “degeneracy”?
syllables in "degeneracy"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · ge · ne · ra · cy
Letters
10
d · e · g · e · n · e · r · a · c · y
Scrabble
17
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About the word “degeneracy”
The word “degeneracy” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · ge · ne · ra · cy. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "degeneracy" have?
"degeneracy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "degeneracy" into syllables?
"degeneracy" is divided into syllables as: de · ge · ne · ra · cy.
What is the Scrabble score for "degeneracy"?
The Scrabble score for "degeneracy" is 17 points.
Using “degeneracy” in writing
"degeneracy" (de · ge · ne · ra · cy) 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, “degeneracy” 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.