How many syllables in “zidovudines”?
syllables in "zidovudines"
Word details
Syllables
5
zi · do · vu · di · nes
Letters
11
z · i · d · o · v · u · d · i · n · e · s
Scrabble
25
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About the word “zidovudines”
The word “zidovudines” contains 5 syllables, divided as zi · do · vu · di · nes. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "zidovudines" have?
"zidovudines" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "zidovudines" into syllables?
"zidovudines" is divided into syllables as: zi · do · vu · di · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "zidovudines"?
The Scrabble score for "zidovudines" is 25 points.
Using “zidovudines” in writing
"zidovudines" (zi · do · vu · di · nes) 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, “zidovudines” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.