How many syllables in “disbandment”?
syllables in "disbandment"
Word details
Syllables
3
dis · ban · dment
Letters
11
d · i · s · b · a · n · d · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “disbandment”
The word “disbandment” contains 3 syllables, divided as dis · ban · dment. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "disbandment" have?
"disbandment" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "disbandment" into syllables?
"disbandment" is divided into syllables as: dis · ban · dment.
What is the Scrabble score for "disbandment"?
The Scrabble score for "disbandment" is 17 points.
Using “disbandment” in writing
Three-syllable words like "disbandment" (dis · ban · dment) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “disbandment” 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.