How many syllables in “animalistic”?
syllables in "animalistic"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · ni · ma · li · stic
Letters
11
a · n · i · m · a · l · i · s · t · i · c
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “animalistic”
The word “animalistic” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · ni · ma · li · stic. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "animalistic" have?
"animalistic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "animalistic" into syllables?
"animalistic" is divided into syllables as: a · ni · ma · li · stic.
What is the Scrabble score for "animalistic"?
The Scrabble score for "animalistic" is 15 points.
Using “animalistic” in writing
"animalistic" (a · ni · ma · li · stic) 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, “animalistic” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.