How many syllables in “interdependence”?
syllables in "interdependence"
Word details
Syllables
5
int · erd · epe · nde · nce
Letters
15
i · n · t · e · r · d · e · p · e · n · d · e · n · c · e
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “interdependence”
The word “interdependence” contains 5 syllables, divided as int · erd · epe · nde · nce. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "interdependence" have?
"interdependence" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "interdependence" into syllables?
"interdependence" is divided into syllables as: int · erd · epe · nde · nce.
What is the Scrabble score for "interdependence"?
The Scrabble score for "interdependence" is 21 points.
Using “interdependence” in writing
"interdependence" (int · erd · epe · nde · nce) 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, “interdependence” 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.