How many syllables in “disparagements”?
syllables in "disparagements"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · spa · ra · ge · ments
Letters
14
d · i · s · p · a · r · a · g · e · m · e · n · t · s
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “disparagements”
The word “disparagements” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · spa · ra · ge · ments. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "disparagements" have?
"disparagements" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "disparagements" into syllables?
"disparagements" is divided into syllables as: di · spa · ra · ge · ments.
What is the Scrabble score for "disparagements"?
The Scrabble score for "disparagements" is 20 points.
Using “disparagements” in writing
"disparagements" (di · spa · ra · ge · ments) 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, “disparagements” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.