How many syllables in “disallowances”?
syllables in "disallowances"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · sal · lo · wan · ces
Letters
13
d · i · s · a · l · l · o · w · a · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “disallowances”
The word “disallowances” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · sal · lo · wan · ces. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "disallowances" have?
"disallowances" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "disallowances" into syllables?
"disallowances" is divided into syllables as: di · sal · lo · wan · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "disallowances"?
The Scrabble score for "disallowances" is 19 points.
Using “disallowances” in writing
"disallowances" (di · sal · lo · wan · ces) 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, “disallowances” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.