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How many syllables in “lexicographies”?

5

syllables in "lexicographies"

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Word details

Syllables

5

le · xi · co · grap · hies

Letters

14

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

Scrabble

29

points

Scrabble letter values

l1
e1
x8
i1
c3
o1
g2
r1
a1
p3
h4
i1
e1
s1

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About the word “lexicographies

The word lexicographies contains 5 syllables, divided as le · xi · co · grap · hies. It has 14 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "lexicographies" have?

"lexicographies" has 5 syllables.

How do you divide "lexicographies" into syllables?

"lexicographies" is divided into syllables as: le · xi · co · grap · hies.

What is the Scrabble score for "lexicographies"?

The Scrabble score for "lexicographies" is 29 points.

Using “lexicographies” in writing

"lexicographies" (le · xi · co · grap · hies) 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, lexicographies is worth 29 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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