How many syllables in “dichotically”?
syllables in "dichotically"
Word details
Syllables
5
dic · ho · ti · cal · ly
Letters
12
d · i · c · h · o · t · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “dichotically”
The word “dichotically” contains 5 syllables, divided as dic · ho · ti · cal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dichotically" have?
"dichotically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dichotically" into syllables?
"dichotically" is divided into syllables as: dic · ho · ti · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "dichotically"?
The Scrabble score for "dichotically" is 23 points.
Using “dichotically” in writing
"dichotically" (dic · ho · ti · cal · ly) 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, “dichotically” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.