How many syllables in “diarrhoea”?
syllables in "diarrhoea"
Word details
Syllables
2
diar · rhoea
Letters
9
d · i · a · r · r · h · o · e · a
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “diarrhoea”
The word “diarrhoea” contains 2 syllables, divided as diar · rhoea. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "diarrhoea" have?
"diarrhoea" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "diarrhoea" into syllables?
"diarrhoea" is divided into syllables as: diar · rhoea.
What is the Scrabble score for "diarrhoea"?
The Scrabble score for "diarrhoea" is 13 points.
Using “diarrhoea” in writing
Two-syllable words like "diarrhoea" (diar · rhoea) 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, “diarrhoea” is worth 13 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.