How many syllables in “abolitionist”?
syllables in "abolitionist"
Word details
Syllables
5
abo · lit · ion · ist
Letters
12
a · b · o · l · i · t · i · o · n · i · s · t
Scrabble
14
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About the word “abolitionist”
The word “abolitionist” contains 5 syllables, divided as abo · lit · ion · ist. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abolitionist" have?
"abolitionist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "abolitionist" into syllables?
"abolitionist" is divided into syllables as: abo · lit · ion · ist.
What is the Scrabble score for "abolitionist"?
The Scrabble score for "abolitionist" is 14 points.
Using “abolitionist” in writing
"abolitionist" (abo · lit · ion · ist) 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, “abolitionist” is worth 14 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.