How many syllables in “dichotomously”?
syllables in "dichotomously"
Word details
Syllables
5
dic · ho · to · mou · sly
Letters
13
d · i · c · h · o · t · o · m · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “dichotomously”
The word “dichotomously” contains 5 syllables, divided as dic · ho · to · mou · sly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dichotomously" have?
"dichotomously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dichotomously" into syllables?
"dichotomously" is divided into syllables as: dic · ho · to · mou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "dichotomously"?
The Scrabble score for "dichotomously" is 24 points.
Using “dichotomously” in writing
"dichotomously" (dic · ho · to · mou · sly) 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, “dichotomously” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.