How many syllables in “aggrandizement”?
syllables in "aggrandizement"
Word details
Syllables
5
ag · gran · di · ze · ment
Letters
14
a · g · g · r · a · n · d · i · z · e · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “aggrandizement”
The word “aggrandizement” contains 5 syllables, divided as ag · gran · di · ze · ment. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "aggrandizement" have?
"aggrandizement" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "aggrandizement" into syllables?
"aggrandizement" is divided into syllables as: ag · gran · di · ze · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "aggrandizement"?
The Scrabble score for "aggrandizement" is 28 points.
Using “aggrandizement” in writing
"aggrandizement" (ag · gran · di · ze · 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, “aggrandizement” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.