How many syllables in “discomfitures”?
syllables in "discomfitures"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · scom · fi · tu · res
Letters
13
d · i · s · c · o · m · f · i · t · u · r · e · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “discomfitures”
The word “discomfitures” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · scom · fi · tu · res. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "discomfitures" have?
"discomfitures" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "discomfitures" into syllables?
"discomfitures" is divided into syllables as: di · scom · fi · tu · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "discomfitures"?
The Scrabble score for "discomfitures" is 21 points.
Using “discomfitures” in writing
"discomfitures" (di · scom · fi · tu · res) 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, “discomfitures” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.