How many syllables in “diagnoses”?
syllables in "diagnoses"
Word details
Syllables
2
diagn · oses
Letters
9
d · i · a · g · n · o · s · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “diagnoses”
The word “diagnoses” contains 2 syllables, divided as diagn · oses. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "diagnoses" have?
"diagnoses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "diagnoses" into syllables?
"diagnoses" is divided into syllables as: diagn · oses.
What is the Scrabble score for "diagnoses"?
The Scrabble score for "diagnoses" is 11 points.
Using “diagnoses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "diagnoses" (diagn · oses) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “diagnoses” is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.