How many syllables in “acromegalic”?
syllables in "acromegalic"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · cro · me · ga · lic
Letters
11
a · c · r · o · m · e · g · a · l · i · c
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “acromegalic”
The word “acromegalic” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · cro · me · ga · lic. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "acromegalic" have?
"acromegalic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "acromegalic" into syllables?
"acromegalic" is divided into syllables as: a · cro · me · ga · lic.
What is the Scrabble score for "acromegalic"?
The Scrabble score for "acromegalic" is 18 points.
Using “acromegalic” in writing
"acromegalic" (a · cro · me · ga · lic) 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, “acromegalic” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.