How many syllables in “fungicide”?
syllables in "fungicide"
Word details
Syllables
3
fun · gic · ide
Letters
9
f · u · n · g · i · c · i · d · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “fungicide”
The word “fungicide” contains 3 syllables, divided as fun · gic · ide. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fungicide" have?
"fungicide" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "fungicide" into syllables?
"fungicide" is divided into syllables as: fun · gic · ide.
What is the Scrabble score for "fungicide"?
The Scrabble score for "fungicide" is 16 points.
Using “fungicide” in writing
Three-syllable words like "fungicide" (fun · gic · ide) 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, “fungicide” 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.