How many syllables in “millipede”?
syllables in "millipede"
Word details
Syllables
3
mil · lip · ede
Letters
9
m · i · l · l · i · p · e · d · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “millipede”
The word “millipede” contains 3 syllables, divided as mil · lip · ede. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "millipede" have?
"millipede" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "millipede" into syllables?
"millipede" is divided into syllables as: mil · lip · ede.
What is the Scrabble score for "millipede"?
The Scrabble score for "millipede" is 14 points.
Using “millipede” in writing
Three-syllable words like "millipede" (mil · lip · ede) 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, “millipede” is worth 14 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.