How many syllables in “doctrine”?
syllables in "doctrine"
Word details
Syllables
2
doct · rine
Letters
8
d · o · c · t · r · i · n · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “doctrine”
The word “doctrine” contains 2 syllables, divided as doct · rine. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "doctrine" have?
"doctrine" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "doctrine" into syllables?
"doctrine" is divided into syllables as: doct · rine.
What is the Scrabble score for "doctrine"?
The Scrabble score for "doctrine" is 11 points.
Using “doctrine” in writing
Two-syllable words like "doctrine" (doct · rine) 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, “doctrine” is worth 11 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.
Anagrams of “doctrine”
The letters in “doctrine” can be rearranged to spell one other word: centroid.