How many syllables in “vicissitudes”?
syllables in "vicissitudes"
Word details
Syllables
5
vi · cis · si · tu · des
Letters
12
v · i · c · i · s · s · i · t · u · d · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “vicissitudes”
The word “vicissitudes” contains 5 syllables, divided as vi · cis · si · tu · des. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vicissitudes" have?
"vicissitudes" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "vicissitudes" into syllables?
"vicissitudes" is divided into syllables as: vi · cis · si · tu · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "vicissitudes"?
The Scrabble score for "vicissitudes" is 18 points.
Using “vicissitudes” in writing
"vicissitudes" (vi · cis · si · tu · 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, “vicissitudes” 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.