How many syllables in “detumescences”?
syllables in "detumescences"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · tu · me · scen · ces
Letters
13
d · e · t · u · m · e · s · c · e · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “detumescences”
The word “detumescences” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · tu · me · scen · ces. It has 13 letters.
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How many syllables does "detumescences" have?
"detumescences" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "detumescences" into syllables?
"detumescences" is divided into syllables as: de · tu · me · scen · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "detumescences"?
The Scrabble score for "detumescences" is 20 points.
Using “detumescences” in writing
"detumescences" (de · tu · me · scen · ces) 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, “detumescences” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.