How many syllables in “dissimulating”?
syllables in "dissimulating"
Word details
Syllables
5
dis · si · mu · la · ting
Letters
13
d · i · s · s · i · m · u · l · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “dissimulating”
The word “dissimulating” contains 5 syllables, divided as dis · si · mu · la · ting. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dissimulating" have?
"dissimulating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dissimulating" into syllables?
"dissimulating" is divided into syllables as: dis · si · mu · la · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "dissimulating"?
The Scrabble score for "dissimulating" is 17 points.
Using “dissimulating” in writing
"dissimulating" (dis · si · mu · la · ting) 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, “dissimulating” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.