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How many syllables in “dislodgement”?

4

syllables in "dislodgement"

dislodgement
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Word details

Syllables

4

di · slod · ge · ment

Letters

12

d · i · s · l · o · d · g · e · m · e · n · t

Scrabble

17

points

Scrabble letter values

d2
i1
s1
l1
o1
d2
g2
e1
m3
e1
n1
t1

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About the word “dislodgement

The word dislodgement contains 4 syllables, divided as di · slod · ge · ment. It has 12 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "dislodgement" have?

"dislodgement" has 4 syllables.

How do you divide "dislodgement" into syllables?

"dislodgement" is divided into syllables as: di · slod · ge · ment.

What is the Scrabble score for "dislodgement"?

The Scrabble score for "dislodgement" is 17 points.

Using “dislodgement” in writing

Four-syllable words like "dislodgement" (di · slod · ge · ment) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, dislodgement is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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