How many syllables in “dictionaries”?
syllables in "dictionaries"
Word details
Syllables
4
dict · iona · ries
Letters
12
d · i · c · t · i · o · n · a · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “dictionaries”
The word “dictionaries” contains 4 syllables, divided as dict · iona · ries. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dictionaries" have?
"dictionaries" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "dictionaries" into syllables?
"dictionaries" is divided into syllables as: dict · iona · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "dictionaries"?
The Scrabble score for "dictionaries" is 15 points.
Using “dictionaries” in writing
Four-syllable words like "dictionaries" (dict · iona · ries) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “dictionaries” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.