How many syllables in “asymmetrical”?
syllables in "asymmetrical"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · sym · me · tri · cal
Letters
12
a · s · y · m · m · e · t · r · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “asymmetrical”
The word “asymmetrical” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · sym · me · tri · cal. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "asymmetrical" have?
"asymmetrical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "asymmetrical" into syllables?
"asymmetrical" is divided into syllables as: a · sym · me · tri · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "asymmetrical"?
The Scrabble score for "asymmetrical" is 21 points.
Using “asymmetrical” in writing
"asymmetrical" (a · sym · me · tri · 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, “asymmetrical” 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.