How many syllables in “allegorical”?
syllables in "allegorical"
Word details
Syllables
5
al · le · go · ri · cal
Letters
11
a · l · l · e · g · o · r · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “allegorical”
The word “allegorical” contains 5 syllables, divided as al · le · go · ri · cal. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "allegorical" have?
"allegorical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "allegorical" into syllables?
"allegorical" is divided into syllables as: al · le · go · ri · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "allegorical"?
The Scrabble score for "allegorical" is 14 points.
Using “allegorical” in writing
"allegorical" (al · le · go · ri · cal) 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, “allegorical” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.