How many syllables in “dicotyledons”?
syllables in "dicotyledons"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · co · ty · le · dons
Letters
12
d · i · c · o · t · y · l · e · d · o · n · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “dicotyledons”
The word “dicotyledons” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · co · ty · le · dons. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dicotyledons" have?
"dicotyledons" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dicotyledons" into syllables?
"dicotyledons" is divided into syllables as: di · co · ty · le · dons.
What is the Scrabble score for "dicotyledons"?
The Scrabble score for "dicotyledons" is 19 points.
Using “dicotyledons” in writing
"dicotyledons" (di · co · ty · le · dons) 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, “dicotyledons” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.