How many syllables in “dodecahedron”?
syllables in "dodecahedron"
Word details
Syllables
5
do · de · ca · he · dron
Letters
12
d · o · d · e · c · a · h · e · d · r · o · n
Scrabble
20
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About the word “dodecahedron”
The word “dodecahedron” contains 5 syllables, divided as do · de · ca · he · dron. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dodecahedron" have?
"dodecahedron" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dodecahedron" into syllables?
"dodecahedron" is divided into syllables as: do · de · ca · he · dron.
What is the Scrabble score for "dodecahedron"?
The Scrabble score for "dodecahedron" is 20 points.
Using “dodecahedron” in writing
"dodecahedron" (do · de · ca · he · dron) 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, “dodecahedron” 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.