How many syllables in “dicotyledon”?
syllables in "dicotyledon"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · co · ty · le · don
Letters
11
d · i · c · o · t · y · l · e · d · o · n
Scrabble
18
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About the word “dicotyledon”
The word “dicotyledon” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · co · ty · le · don. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dicotyledon" have?
"dicotyledon" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dicotyledon" into syllables?
"dicotyledon" is divided into syllables as: di · co · ty · le · don.
What is the Scrabble score for "dicotyledon"?
The Scrabble score for "dicotyledon" is 18 points.
Using “dicotyledon” in writing
"dicotyledon" (di · co · ty · le · don) 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, “dicotyledon” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.