How many syllables in “combinatorics”?
syllables in "combinatorics"
Word details
Syllables
5
com · bi · na · to · rics
Letters
13
c · o · m · b · i · n · a · t · o · r · i · c · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “combinatorics”
The word “combinatorics” contains 5 syllables, divided as com · bi · na · to · rics. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "combinatorics" have?
"combinatorics" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "combinatorics" into syllables?
"combinatorics" is divided into syllables as: com · bi · na · to · rics.
What is the Scrabble score for "combinatorics"?
The Scrabble score for "combinatorics" is 21 points.
Using “combinatorics” in writing
"combinatorics" (com · bi · na · to · rics) 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, “combinatorics” 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.