How many syllables in “duplicitously”?
syllables in "duplicitously"
Word details
Syllables
5
du · pli · ci · tou · sly
Letters
13
d · u · p · l · i · c · i · t · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “duplicitously”
The word “duplicitously” contains 5 syllables, divided as du · pli · ci · tou · sly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "duplicitously" have?
"duplicitously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "duplicitously" into syllables?
"duplicitously" is divided into syllables as: du · pli · ci · tou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "duplicitously"?
The Scrabble score for "duplicitously" is 21 points.
Using “duplicitously” in writing
"duplicitously" (du · pli · ci · tou · sly) 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, “duplicitously” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.