How many syllables in “tyrannicides”?
syllables in "tyrannicides"
Word details
Syllables
5
ty · ran · ni · ci · des
Letters
12
t · y · r · a · n · n · i · c · i · d · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “tyrannicides”
The word “tyrannicides” contains 5 syllables, divided as ty · ran · ni · ci · des. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tyrannicides" have?
"tyrannicides" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "tyrannicides" into syllables?
"tyrannicides" is divided into syllables as: ty · ran · ni · ci · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "tyrannicides"?
The Scrabble score for "tyrannicides" is 18 points.
Using “tyrannicides” in writing
"tyrannicides" (ty · ran · ni · ci · des) 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, “tyrannicides” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.