How many syllables in “tragicomedy”?
syllables in "tragicomedy"
Word details
Syllables
5
tra · gi · co · me · dy
Letters
11
t · r · a · g · i · c · o · m · e · d · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “tragicomedy”
The word “tragicomedy” contains 5 syllables, divided as tra · gi · co · me · dy. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tragicomedy" have?
"tragicomedy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "tragicomedy" into syllables?
"tragicomedy" is divided into syllables as: tra · gi · co · me · dy.
What is the Scrabble score for "tragicomedy"?
The Scrabble score for "tragicomedy" is 20 points.
Using “tragicomedy” in writing
"tragicomedy" (tra · gi · co · me · dy) 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, “tragicomedy” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.