How many syllables in “vitamin”?
syllables in "vitamin"
Word details
Syllables
3
vi · ta · min
Letters
7
v · i · t · a · m · i · n
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “vitamin”
The word “vitamin” contains 3 syllables, divided as vi · ta · min. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vitamin" have?
"vitamin" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "vitamin" into syllables?
"vitamin" is divided into syllables as: vi · ta · min.
What is the Scrabble score for "vitamin"?
The Scrabble score for "vitamin" is 12 points.
Using “vitamin” in writing
Three-syllable words like "vitamin" (vi · ta · min) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “vitamin” is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.