How many syllables in “dehumidify”?
syllables in "dehumidify"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · hu · mi · di · fy
Letters
10
d · e · h · u · m · i · d · i · f · y
Scrabble
23
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “dehumidify”
The word “dehumidify” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · hu · mi · di · fy. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dehumidify" have?
"dehumidify" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dehumidify" into syllables?
"dehumidify" is divided into syllables as: de · hu · mi · di · fy.
What is the Scrabble score for "dehumidify"?
The Scrabble score for "dehumidify" is 23 points.
Using “dehumidify” in writing
"dehumidify" (de · hu · mi · di · fy) 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, “dehumidify” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.