How many syllables in “dissemination”?
syllables in "dissemination"
Word details
Syllables
5
diss · emin · atio · n
Letters
13
d · i · s · s · e · m · i · n · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
16
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About the word “dissemination”
The word “dissemination” contains 5 syllables, divided as diss · emin · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dissemination" have?
"dissemination" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dissemination" into syllables?
"dissemination" is divided into syllables as: diss · emin · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "dissemination"?
The Scrabble score for "dissemination" is 16 points.
Using “dissemination” in writing
"dissemination" (diss · emin · atio · n) 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, “dissemination” 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.