How many syllables in “adjutants”?
syllables in "adjutants"
Word details
Syllables
3
ad · ju · tants
Letters
9
a · d · j · u · t · a · n · t · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “adjutants”
The word “adjutants” contains 3 syllables, divided as ad · ju · tants. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adjutants" have?
"adjutants" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "adjutants" into syllables?
"adjutants" is divided into syllables as: ad · ju · tants.
What is the Scrabble score for "adjutants"?
The Scrabble score for "adjutants" is 17 points.
Using “adjutants” in writing
Three-syllable words like "adjutants" (ad · ju · tants) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “adjutants” 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.