How many syllables in “trisyllable”?
syllables in "trisyllable"
Word details
Syllables
5
tri · syl · lab · le
Letters
11
t · r · i · s · y · l · l · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “trisyllable”
The word “trisyllable” contains 5 syllables, divided as tri · syl · lab · le. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "trisyllable" have?
"trisyllable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "trisyllable" into syllables?
"trisyllable" is divided into syllables as: tri · syl · lab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "trisyllable"?
The Scrabble score for "trisyllable" is 16 points.
Using “trisyllable” in writing
"trisyllable" (tri · syl · lab · le) 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, “trisyllable” 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.