How many syllables in “collegiality”?
syllables in "collegiality"
Word details
Syllables
5
col · le · gia · li · ty
Letters
12
c · o · l · l · e · g · i · a · l · i · t · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “collegiality”
The word “collegiality” contains 5 syllables, divided as col · le · gia · li · ty. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "collegiality" have?
"collegiality" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "collegiality" into syllables?
"collegiality" is divided into syllables as: col · le · gia · li · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "collegiality"?
The Scrabble score for "collegiality" is 18 points.
Using “collegiality” in writing
"collegiality" (col · le · gia · li · ty) 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, “collegiality” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.