How many syllables in “disparagement”?
syllables in "disparagement"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · spa · ra · ge · ment
Letters
13
d · i · s · p · a · r · a · g · e · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “disparagement”
The word “disparagement” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · spa · ra · ge · ment. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "disparagement" have?
"disparagement" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "disparagement" into syllables?
"disparagement" is divided into syllables as: di · spa · ra · ge · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "disparagement"?
The Scrabble score for "disparagement" is 19 points.
Using “disparagement” in writing
"disparagement" (di · spa · ra · ge · 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, “disparagement” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.