How many syllables in “dilapidation”?
syllables in "dilapidation"
Word details
Syllables
5
dil · api · dat · ion
Letters
12
d · i · l · a · p · i · d · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
16
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About the word “dilapidation”
The word “dilapidation” contains 5 syllables, divided as dil · api · dat · ion. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dilapidation" have?
"dilapidation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dilapidation" into syllables?
"dilapidation" is divided into syllables as: dil · api · dat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "dilapidation"?
The Scrabble score for "dilapidation" is 16 points.
Using “dilapidation” in writing
"dilapidation" (dil · api · dat · ion) 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, “dilapidation” 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.