How many syllables in “disfranchisement”?
syllables in "disfranchisement"
Word details
Syllables
5
dis · fran · chi · se · ment
Letters
16
d · i · s · f · r · a · n · c · h · i · s · e · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “disfranchisement”
The word “disfranchisement” contains 5 syllables, divided as dis · fran · chi · se · ment. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "disfranchisement" have?
"disfranchisement" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "disfranchisement" into syllables?
"disfranchisement" is divided into syllables as: dis · fran · chi · se · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "disfranchisement"?
The Scrabble score for "disfranchisement" is 27 points.
Using “disfranchisement” in writing
"disfranchisement" (dis · fran · chi · se · ment) 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, “disfranchisement” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.