How many syllables in “idiosyncrasy”?
syllables in "idiosyncrasy"
Word details
Syllables
5
i · dio · syn · cra · sy
Letters
12
i · d · i · o · s · y · n · c · r · a · s · y
Scrabble
21
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About the word “idiosyncrasy”
The word “idiosyncrasy” contains 5 syllables, divided as i · dio · syn · cra · sy. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "idiosyncrasy" have?
"idiosyncrasy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "idiosyncrasy" into syllables?
"idiosyncrasy" is divided into syllables as: i · dio · syn · cra · sy.
What is the Scrabble score for "idiosyncrasy"?
The Scrabble score for "idiosyncrasy" is 21 points.
Using “idiosyncrasy” in writing
"idiosyncrasy" (i · dio · syn · cra · sy) 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, “idiosyncrasy” 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.