How many syllables in “abecedarian”?
syllables in "abecedarian"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · be · ce · da · rian
Letters
11
a · b · e · c · e · d · a · r · i · a · n
Scrabble
16
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About the word “abecedarian”
The word “abecedarian” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · be · ce · da · rian. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abecedarian" have?
"abecedarian" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "abecedarian" into syllables?
"abecedarian" is divided into syllables as: a · be · ce · da · rian.
What is the Scrabble score for "abecedarian"?
The Scrabble score for "abecedarian" is 16 points.
Using “abecedarian” in writing
"abecedarian" (a · be · ce · da · rian) 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, “abecedarian” 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.