How many syllables in “communitarian”?
syllables in "communitarian"
Word details
Syllables
5
com · mu · ni · ta · rian
Letters
13
c · o · m · m · u · n · i · t · a · r · i · a · n
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “communitarian”
The word “communitarian” contains 5 syllables, divided as com · mu · ni · ta · rian. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "communitarian" have?
"communitarian" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "communitarian" into syllables?
"communitarian" is divided into syllables as: com · mu · ni · ta · rian.
What is the Scrabble score for "communitarian"?
The Scrabble score for "communitarian" is 19 points.
Using “communitarian” in writing
"communitarian" (com · mu · ni · ta · rian) 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, “communitarian” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.