How many syllables in “lachrymosity”?
syllables in "lachrymosity"
Word details
Syllables
5
lac · hry · mo · si · ty
Letters
12
l · a · c · h · r · y · m · o · s · i · t · y
Scrabble
25
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About the word “lachrymosity”
The word “lachrymosity” contains 5 syllables, divided as lac · hry · mo · si · ty. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lachrymosity" have?
"lachrymosity" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "lachrymosity" into syllables?
"lachrymosity" is divided into syllables as: lac · hry · mo · si · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "lachrymosity"?
The Scrabble score for "lachrymosity" is 25 points.
Using “lachrymosity” in writing
"lachrymosity" (lac · hry · mo · si · ty) 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, “lachrymosity” 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.