How many syllables in “kwashiorkor”?
syllables in "kwashiorkor"
Word details
Syllables
3
kwas · hior · kor
Letters
11
k · w · a · s · h · i · o · r · k · o · r
Scrabble
25
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About the word “kwashiorkor”
The word “kwashiorkor” contains 3 syllables, divided as kwas · hior · kor. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kwashiorkor" have?
"kwashiorkor" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "kwashiorkor" into syllables?
"kwashiorkor" is divided into syllables as: kwas · hior · kor.
What is the Scrabble score for "kwashiorkor"?
The Scrabble score for "kwashiorkor" is 25 points.
Using “kwashiorkor” in writing
Three-syllable words like "kwashiorkor" (kwas · hior · kor) 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, “kwashiorkor” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.