How many syllables in “pediculosis”?
syllables in "pediculosis"
Word details
Syllables
5
pe · di · cu · lo · sis
Letters
11
p · e · d · i · c · u · l · o · s · i · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “pediculosis”
The word “pediculosis” contains 5 syllables, divided as pe · di · cu · lo · sis. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pediculosis" have?
"pediculosis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pediculosis" into syllables?
"pediculosis" is divided into syllables as: pe · di · cu · lo · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "pediculosis"?
The Scrabble score for "pediculosis" is 16 points.
Using “pediculosis” in writing
"pediculosis" (pe · di · cu · lo · sis) 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, “pediculosis” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.