How many syllables in “apothegmatic”?
syllables in "apothegmatic"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · pot · heg · ma · tic
Letters
12
a · p · o · t · h · e · g · m · a · t · i · c
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “apothegmatic”
The word “apothegmatic” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · pot · heg · ma · tic. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "apothegmatic" have?
"apothegmatic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "apothegmatic" into syllables?
"apothegmatic" is divided into syllables as: a · pot · heg · ma · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "apothegmatic"?
The Scrabble score for "apothegmatic" is 22 points.
Using “apothegmatic” in writing
"apothegmatic" (a · pot · heg · ma · tic) 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, “apothegmatic” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.