How many syllables in “encyclopedia”?
syllables in "encyclopedia"
Word details
Syllables
5
en · cy · clo · pe · dia
Letters
12
e · n · c · y · c · l · o · p · e · d · i · a
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “encyclopedia”
The word “encyclopedia” contains 5 syllables, divided as en · cy · clo · pe · dia. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "encyclopedia" have?
"encyclopedia" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "encyclopedia" into syllables?
"encyclopedia" is divided into syllables as: en · cy · clo · pe · dia.
What is the Scrabble score for "encyclopedia"?
The Scrabble score for "encyclopedia" is 22 points.
Using “encyclopedia” in writing
"encyclopedia" (en · cy · clo · pe · dia) 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, “encyclopedia” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.