How many syllables in “indehiscences”?
syllables in "indehiscences"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · de · hi · scen · ces
Letters
13
i · n · d · e · h · i · s · c · e · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “indehiscences”
The word “indehiscences” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · de · hi · scen · ces. It has 13 letters.
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How many syllables does "indehiscences" have?
"indehiscences" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "indehiscences" into syllables?
"indehiscences" is divided into syllables as: in · de · hi · scen · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "indehiscences"?
The Scrabble score for "indehiscences" is 21 points.
Using “indehiscences” in writing
"indehiscences" (in · de · hi · scen · ces) 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, “indehiscences” 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.