How many syllables in “dilapidating”?
syllables in "dilapidating"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · la · pi · da · ting
Letters
12
d · i · l · a · p · i · d · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “dilapidating”
The word “dilapidating” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · la · pi · da · ting. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dilapidating" have?
"dilapidating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dilapidating" into syllables?
"dilapidating" is divided into syllables as: di · la · pi · da · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "dilapidating"?
The Scrabble score for "dilapidating" is 17 points.
Using “dilapidating” in writing
"dilapidating" (di · la · pi · da · ting) 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, “dilapidating” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.