How many syllables in “iridescently”?
syllables in "iridescently"
Word details
Syllables
5
i · ri · de · scen · tly
Letters
12
i · r · i · d · e · s · c · e · n · t · l · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “iridescently”
The word “iridescently” contains 5 syllables, divided as i · ri · de · scen · tly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "iridescently" have?
"iridescently" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "iridescently" into syllables?
"iridescently" is divided into syllables as: i · ri · de · scen · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "iridescently"?
The Scrabble score for "iridescently" is 18 points.
Using “iridescently” in writing
"iridescently" (i · ri · de · scen · tly) 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, “iridescently” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “iridescently”
The letters in “iridescently” can be rearranged to spell one other word: indiscreetly.