How many syllables in “disyllable”?
syllables in "disyllable"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · sy · ll · ab · le
Letters
10
d · i · s · y · l · l · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “disyllable”
The word “disyllable” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · sy · ll · ab · le. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "disyllable" have?
"disyllable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "disyllable" into syllables?
"disyllable" is divided into syllables as: di · sy · ll · ab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "disyllable"?
The Scrabble score for "disyllable" is 16 points.
Using “disyllable” in writing
"disyllable" (di · sy · ll · ab · le) 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, “disyllable” 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.