How many syllables in “medicine”?
syllables in "medicine"
Word details
Syllables
3
med · ici · ne
Letters
8
m · e · d · i · c · i · n · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “medicine”
The word “medicine” contains 3 syllables, divided as med · ici · ne. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "medicine" have?
"medicine" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "medicine" into syllables?
"medicine" is divided into syllables as: med · ici · ne.
What is the Scrabble score for "medicine"?
The Scrabble score for "medicine" is 13 points.
Using “medicine” in writing
Three-syllable words like "medicine" (med · ici · ne) 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, “medicine” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.