How many syllables in “cinematographs”?
syllables in "cinematographs"
Word details
Syllables
5
ci · ne · ma · to · graphs
Letters
14
c · i · n · e · m · a · t · o · g · r · a · p · h · s
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “cinematographs”
The word “cinematographs” contains 5 syllables, divided as ci · ne · ma · to · graphs. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cinematographs" have?
"cinematographs" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cinematographs" into syllables?
"cinematographs" is divided into syllables as: ci · ne · ma · to · graphs.
What is the Scrabble score for "cinematographs"?
The Scrabble score for "cinematographs" is 24 points.
Using “cinematographs” in writing
"cinematographs" (ci · ne · ma · to · graphs) 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, “cinematographs” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.