How many syllables in “diamondiferous”?
syllables in "diamondiferous"
Word details
Syllables
5
dia · mon · di · fe · rous
Letters
14
d · i · a · m · o · n · d · i · f · e · r · o · u · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “diamondiferous”
The word “diamondiferous” contains 5 syllables, divided as dia · mon · di · fe · rous. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "diamondiferous" have?
"diamondiferous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "diamondiferous" into syllables?
"diamondiferous" is divided into syllables as: dia · mon · di · fe · rous.
What is the Scrabble score for "diamondiferous"?
The Scrabble score for "diamondiferous" is 21 points.
Using “diamondiferous” in writing
"diamondiferous" (dia · mon · di · fe · rous) 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, “diamondiferous” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.