How many syllables in “dilapidates”?
syllables in "dilapidates"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · la · pi · da · tes
Letters
11
d · i · l · a · p · i · d · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “dilapidates”
The word “dilapidates” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · la · pi · da · tes. It has 11 letters.
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How many syllables does "dilapidates" have?
"dilapidates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dilapidates" into syllables?
"dilapidates" is divided into syllables as: di · la · pi · da · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "dilapidates"?
The Scrabble score for "dilapidates" is 15 points.
Using “dilapidates” in writing
"dilapidates" (di · la · pi · da · tes) 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, “dilapidates” 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.