How many syllables in “dictionary”?
syllables in "dictionary"
Word details
Syllables
4
dict · iona · ry
Letters
10
d · i · c · t · i · o · n · a · r · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “dictionary”
The word “dictionary” contains 4 syllables, divided as dict · iona · ry. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dictionary" have?
"dictionary" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "dictionary" into syllables?
"dictionary" is divided into syllables as: dict · iona · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "dictionary"?
The Scrabble score for "dictionary" is 16 points.
Using “dictionary” in writing
Four-syllable words like "dictionary" (dict · iona · ry) 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, “dictionary” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “dictionary”
The letters in “dictionary” can be rearranged to spell one other word: indicatory.