How many syllables in “kimono”?
syllables in "kimono"
Word details
Syllables
3
ki · mo · no
Letters
6
k · i · m · o · n · o
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “kimono”
The word “kimono” contains 3 syllables, divided as ki · mo · no. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kimono" have?
"kimono" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "kimono" into syllables?
"kimono" is divided into syllables as: ki · mo · no.
What is the Scrabble score for "kimono"?
The Scrabble score for "kimono" is 12 points.
Using “kimono” in writing
Three-syllable words like "kimono" (ki · mo · no) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “kimono” is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.