How many syllables in “dexamethasone”?
syllables in "dexamethasone"
Word details
Syllables
5
dex · ame · tha · son · e
Letters
13
d · e · x · a · m · e · t · h · a · s · o · n · e
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “dexamethasone”
The word “dexamethasone” contains 5 syllables, divided as dex · ame · tha · son · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dexamethasone" have?
"dexamethasone" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dexamethasone" into syllables?
"dexamethasone" is divided into syllables as: dex · ame · tha · son · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "dexamethasone"?
The Scrabble score for "dexamethasone" is 26 points.
Using “dexamethasone” in writing
"dexamethasone" (dex · ame · tha · son · e) 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, “dexamethasone” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.