How many syllables in “aforementioned”?
syllables in "aforementioned"
Word details
Syllables
5
afor · emen · tion · ed
Letters
14
a · f · o · r · e · m · e · n · t · i · o · n · e · d
Scrabble
20
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About the word “aforementioned”
The word “aforementioned” contains 5 syllables, divided as afor · emen · tion · ed. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "aforementioned" have?
"aforementioned" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "aforementioned" into syllables?
"aforementioned" is divided into syllables as: afor · emen · tion · ed.
What is the Scrabble score for "aforementioned"?
The Scrabble score for "aforementioned" is 20 points.
Using “aforementioned” in writing
"aforementioned" (afor · emen · tion · ed) 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, “aforementioned” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.