How many syllables in “dormancy”?
syllables in "dormancy"
Word details
Syllables
3
dor · man · cy
Letters
8
d · o · r · m · a · n · c · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “dormancy”
The word “dormancy” contains 3 syllables, divided as dor · man · cy. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dormancy" have?
"dormancy" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "dormancy" into syllables?
"dormancy" is divided into syllables as: dor · man · cy.
What is the Scrabble score for "dormancy"?
The Scrabble score for "dormancy" is 16 points.
Using “dormancy” in writing
Three-syllable words like "dormancy" (dor · man · cy) 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, “dormancy” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “dormancy”
The letters in “dormancy” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mordancy.