How many syllables in “lachrymosities”?
syllables in "lachrymosities"
Word details
Syllables
5
lac · hry · mo · si · ties
Letters
14
l · a · c · h · r · y · m · o · s · i · t · i · e · s
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “lachrymosities”
The word “lachrymosities” contains 5 syllables, divided as lac · hry · mo · si · ties. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lachrymosities" have?
"lachrymosities" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "lachrymosities" into syllables?
"lachrymosities" is divided into syllables as: lac · hry · mo · si · ties.
What is the Scrabble score for "lachrymosities"?
The Scrabble score for "lachrymosities" is 24 points.
Using “lachrymosities” in writing
"lachrymosities" (lac · hry · mo · si · ties) 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, “lachrymosities” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.