How many syllables in “disillusioning”?
syllables in "disillusioning"
Word details
Syllables
5
disi · llus · ioni · ng
Letters
14
d · i · s · i · l · l · u · s · i · o · n · i · n · g
Scrabble
16
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About the word “disillusioning”
The word “disillusioning” contains 5 syllables, divided as disi · llus · ioni · ng. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "disillusioning" have?
"disillusioning" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "disillusioning" into syllables?
"disillusioning" is divided into syllables as: disi · llus · ioni · ng.
What is the Scrabble score for "disillusioning"?
The Scrabble score for "disillusioning" is 16 points.
Using “disillusioning” in writing
"disillusioning" (disi · llus · ioni · ng) 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, “disillusioning” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.