How many syllables in “idiosyncrasies”?
syllables in "idiosyncrasies"
Word details
Syllables
5
i · dio · syn · cra · sies
Letters
14
i · d · i · o · s · y · n · c · r · a · s · i · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “idiosyncrasies”
The word “idiosyncrasies” contains 5 syllables, divided as i · dio · syn · cra · sies. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "idiosyncrasies" have?
"idiosyncrasies" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "idiosyncrasies" into syllables?
"idiosyncrasies" is divided into syllables as: i · dio · syn · cra · sies.
What is the Scrabble score for "idiosyncrasies"?
The Scrabble score for "idiosyncrasies" is 20 points.
Using “idiosyncrasies” in writing
"idiosyncrasies" (i · dio · syn · cra · sies) 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, “idiosyncrasies” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.