How many syllables in “doxycycline”?
syllables in "doxycycline"
Word details
Syllables
4
dox · ycy · cli · ne
Letters
11
d · o · x · y · c · y · c · l · i · n · e
Scrabble
29
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About the word “doxycycline”
The word “doxycycline” contains 4 syllables, divided as dox · ycy · cli · ne. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "doxycycline" have?
"doxycycline" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "doxycycline" into syllables?
"doxycycline" is divided into syllables as: dox · ycy · cli · ne.
What is the Scrabble score for "doxycycline"?
The Scrabble score for "doxycycline" is 29 points.
Using “doxycycline” in writing
Four-syllable words like "doxycycline" (dox · ycy · cli · ne) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “doxycycline” is worth 29 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.