How many syllables in “dodecahedral”?
syllables in "dodecahedral"
Word details
Syllables
5
do · de · ca · he · dral
Letters
12
d · o · d · e · c · a · h · e · d · r · a · l
Scrabble
20
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About the word “dodecahedral”
The word “dodecahedral” contains 5 syllables, divided as do · de · ca · he · dral. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dodecahedral" have?
"dodecahedral" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dodecahedral" into syllables?
"dodecahedral" is divided into syllables as: do · de · ca · he · dral.
What is the Scrabble score for "dodecahedral"?
The Scrabble score for "dodecahedral" is 20 points.
Using “dodecahedral” in writing
"dodecahedral" (do · de · ca · he · dral) 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, “dodecahedral” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.