How many syllables in “dissolve”?
syllables in "dissolve"
Word details
Syllables
2
diss · olve
Letters
8
d · i · s · s · o · l · v · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “dissolve”
The word “dissolve” contains 2 syllables, divided as diss · olve. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dissolve" have?
"dissolve" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dissolve" into syllables?
"dissolve" is divided into syllables as: diss · olve.
What is the Scrabble score for "dissolve"?
The Scrabble score for "dissolve" is 12 points.
Using “dissolve” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dissolve" (diss · olve) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “dissolve” is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.