How many syllables in “dodecahedra”?
syllables in "dodecahedra"
Word details
Syllables
5
do · de · ca · he · dra
Letters
11
d · o · d · e · c · a · h · e · d · r · a
Scrabble
19
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About the word “dodecahedra”
The word “dodecahedra” contains 5 syllables, divided as do · de · ca · he · dra. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dodecahedra" have?
"dodecahedra" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dodecahedra" into syllables?
"dodecahedra" is divided into syllables as: do · de · ca · he · dra.
What is the Scrabble score for "dodecahedra"?
The Scrabble score for "dodecahedra" is 19 points.
Using “dodecahedra” in writing
"dodecahedra" (do · de · ca · he · dra) 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, “dodecahedra” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.