How many syllables in “academical”?
syllables in "academical"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · ca · de · mi · cal
Letters
10
a · c · a · d · e · m · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “academical”
The word “academical” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · ca · de · mi · cal. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "academical" have?
"academical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "academical" into syllables?
"academical" is divided into syllables as: a · ca · de · mi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "academical"?
The Scrabble score for "academical" is 17 points.
Using “academical” in writing
"academical" (a · ca · de · mi · cal) 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, “academical” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.