How many syllables in “alphabetical”?
syllables in "alphabetical"
Word details
Syllables
5
al · pha · be · ti · cal
Letters
12
a · l · p · h · a · b · e · t · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “alphabetical”
The word “alphabetical” contains 5 syllables, divided as al · pha · be · ti · cal. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "alphabetical" have?
"alphabetical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "alphabetical" into syllables?
"alphabetical" is divided into syllables as: al · pha · be · ti · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "alphabetical"?
The Scrabble score for "alphabetical" is 21 points.
Using “alphabetical” in writing
"alphabetical" (al · pha · be · ti · 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, “alphabetical” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.