How many syllables in “degringolades”?
syllables in "degringolades"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · grin · go · la · des
Letters
13
d · e · g · r · i · n · g · o · l · a · d · e · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “degringolades”
The word “degringolades” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · grin · go · la · des. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "degringolades" have?
"degringolades" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "degringolades" into syllables?
"degringolades" is divided into syllables as: de · grin · go · la · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "degringolades"?
The Scrabble score for "degringolades" is 17 points.
Using “degringolades” in writing
"degringolades" (de · grin · go · la · des) 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, “degringolades” 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.