How many syllables in “dumortierites”?
syllables in "dumortierites"
Word details
Syllables
5
du · mor · tie · ri · tes
Letters
13
d · u · m · o · r · t · i · e · r · i · t · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “dumortierites”
The word “dumortierites” contains 5 syllables, divided as du · mor · tie · ri · tes. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dumortierites" have?
"dumortierites" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dumortierites" into syllables?
"dumortierites" is divided into syllables as: du · mor · tie · ri · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "dumortierites"?
The Scrabble score for "dumortierites" is 16 points.
Using “dumortierites” in writing
"dumortierites" (du · mor · tie · ri · tes) 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, “dumortierites” 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.