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