How many syllables in “discouragements”?
syllables in "discouragements"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · scou · ra · ge · ments
Letters
15
d · i · s · c · o · u · r · a · g · e · m · e · n · t · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “discouragements”
The word “discouragements” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · scou · ra · ge · ments. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "discouragements" have?
"discouragements" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "discouragements" into syllables?
"discouragements" is divided into syllables as: di · scou · ra · ge · ments.
What is the Scrabble score for "discouragements"?
The Scrabble score for "discouragements" is 21 points.
Using “discouragements” in writing
"discouragements" (di · scou · ra · ge · ments) 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, “discouragements” 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.