How many syllables in “dipsomaniacal”?
syllables in "dipsomaniacal"
Word details
Syllables
5
dip · so · ma · nia · cal
Letters
13
d · i · p · s · o · m · a · n · i · a · c · a · l
Scrabble
20
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About the word “dipsomaniacal”
The word “dipsomaniacal” contains 5 syllables, divided as dip · so · ma · nia · cal. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dipsomaniacal" have?
"dipsomaniacal" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dipsomaniacal" into syllables?
"dipsomaniacal" is divided into syllables as: dip · so · ma · nia · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "dipsomaniacal"?
The Scrabble score for "dipsomaniacal" is 20 points.
Using “dipsomaniacal” in writing
"dipsomaniacal" (dip · so · ma · nia · cal) 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, “dipsomaniacal” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.