How many syllables in “kaleidoscopes”?
syllables in "kaleidoscopes"
Word details
Syllables
5
ka · lei · do · sco · pes
Letters
13
k · a · l · e · i · d · o · s · c · o · p · e · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “kaleidoscopes”
The word “kaleidoscopes” contains 5 syllables, divided as ka · lei · do · sco · pes. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kaleidoscopes" have?
"kaleidoscopes" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "kaleidoscopes" into syllables?
"kaleidoscopes" is divided into syllables as: ka · lei · do · sco · pes.
What is the Scrabble score for "kaleidoscopes"?
The Scrabble score for "kaleidoscopes" is 22 points.
Using “kaleidoscopes” in writing
"kaleidoscopes" (ka · lei · do · sco · pes) 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, “kaleidoscopes” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.