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How many syllables in “lexicographic”?

5

syllables in "lexicographic"

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Word details

Syllables

5

le · xi · co · grap · hic

Letters

13

l · e · x · i · c · o · g · r · a · p · h · i · c

Scrabble

30

points

Scrabble letter values

l1
e1
x8
i1
c3
o1
g2
r1
a1
p3
h4
i1
c3

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About the word “lexicographic

The word lexicographic contains 5 syllables, divided as le · xi · co · grap · hic. It has 13 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "lexicographic" have?

"lexicographic" has 5 syllables.

How do you divide "lexicographic" into syllables?

"lexicographic" is divided into syllables as: le · xi · co · grap · hic.

What is the Scrabble score for "lexicographic"?

The Scrabble score for "lexicographic" is 30 points.

Using “lexicographic” in writing

"lexicographic" (le · xi · co · grap · hic) 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, lexicographic is worth 30 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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