How many syllables in “discontinuity”?
syllables in "discontinuity"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · scon · ti · nui · ty
Letters
13
d · i · s · c · o · n · t · i · n · u · i · t · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “discontinuity”
The word “discontinuity” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · scon · ti · nui · ty. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "discontinuity" have?
"discontinuity" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "discontinuity" into syllables?
"discontinuity" is divided into syllables as: di · scon · ti · nui · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "discontinuity"?
The Scrabble score for "discontinuity" is 19 points.
Using “discontinuity” in writing
"discontinuity" (di · scon · ti · nui · ty) 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, “discontinuity” 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.