How many syllables in “disinterested”?
syllables in "disinterested"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · sin · te · re · sted
Letters
13
d · i · s · i · n · t · e · r · e · s · t · e · d
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “disinterested”
The word “disinterested” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · sin · te · re · sted. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "disinterested" have?
"disinterested" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "disinterested" into syllables?
"disinterested" is divided into syllables as: di · sin · te · re · sted.
What is the Scrabble score for "disinterested"?
The Scrabble score for "disinterested" is 15 points.
Using “disinterested” in writing
"disinterested" (di · sin · te · re · sted) 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, “disinterested” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.