How many syllables in “admeasurement”?
syllables in "admeasurement"
Word details
Syllables
5
ad · mea · su · re · ment
Letters
13
a · d · m · e · a · s · u · r · e · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “admeasurement”
The word “admeasurement” contains 5 syllables, divided as ad · mea · su · re · ment. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "admeasurement" have?
"admeasurement" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "admeasurement" into syllables?
"admeasurement" is divided into syllables as: ad · mea · su · re · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "admeasurement"?
The Scrabble score for "admeasurement" is 18 points.
Using “admeasurement” in writing
"admeasurement" (ad · mea · su · re · ment) 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, “admeasurement” 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.