How many syllables in “indocility”?
syllables in "indocility"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · do · ci · li · ty
Letters
10
i · n · d · o · c · i · l · i · t · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “indocility”
The word “indocility” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · do · ci · li · ty. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "indocility" have?
"indocility" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "indocility" into syllables?
"indocility" is divided into syllables as: in · do · ci · li · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "indocility"?
The Scrabble score for "indocility" is 16 points.
Using “indocility” in writing
"indocility" (in · do · ci · li · ty) 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, “indocility” 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.