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How many syllables in “dopamine”?

3

syllables in "dopamine"

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Word details

Syllables

3

dop · ami · ne

Letters

8

d · o · p · a · m · i · n · e

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

d2
o1
p3
a1
m3
i1
n1
e1

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About the word “dopamine

The word dopamine contains 3 syllables, divided as dop · ami · ne. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "dopamine" have?

"dopamine" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "dopamine" into syllables?

"dopamine" is divided into syllables as: dop · ami · ne.

What is the Scrabble score for "dopamine"?

The Scrabble score for "dopamine" is 13 points.

Using “dopamine” in writing

Three-syllable words like "dopamine" (dop · ami · ne) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, dopamine is worth 13 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.

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