How many syllables in “dissimilated”?
syllables in "dissimilated"
Word details
Syllables
5
dis · si · mi · la · ted
Letters
12
d · i · s · s · i · m · i · l · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
16
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About the word “dissimilated”
The word “dissimilated” contains 5 syllables, divided as dis · si · mi · la · ted. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dissimilated" have?
"dissimilated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dissimilated" into syllables?
"dissimilated" is divided into syllables as: dis · si · mi · la · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "dissimilated"?
The Scrabble score for "dissimilated" is 16 points.
Using “dissimilated” in writing
"dissimilated" (dis · si · mi · la · ted) 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, “dissimilated” 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.