How many syllables in “aficionados”?
syllables in "aficionados"
Word details
Syllables
5
afi · cio · nad · os
Letters
11
a · f · i · c · i · o · n · a · d · o · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “aficionados”
The word “aficionados” contains 5 syllables, divided as afi · cio · nad · os. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "aficionados" have?
"aficionados" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "aficionados" into syllables?
"aficionados" is divided into syllables as: afi · cio · nad · os.
What is the Scrabble score for "aficionados"?
The Scrabble score for "aficionados" is 17 points.
Using “aficionados” in writing
"aficionados" (afi · cio · nad · os) 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, “aficionados” 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.