How many syllables in “confessionalist”?
syllables in "confessionalist"
Word details
Syllables
5
conf · essi · onal · ist
Letters
15
c · o · n · f · e · s · s · i · o · n · a · l · i · s · t
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “confessionalist”
The word “confessionalist” contains 5 syllables, divided as conf · essi · onal · ist. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "confessionalist" have?
"confessionalist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "confessionalist" into syllables?
"confessionalist" is divided into syllables as: conf · essi · onal · ist.
What is the Scrabble score for "confessionalist"?
The Scrabble score for "confessionalist" is 20 points.
Using “confessionalist” in writing
"confessionalist" (conf · essi · onal · ist) 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, “confessionalist” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.