How many syllables in “confessionalists”?
syllables in "confessionalists"
Word details
Syllables
5
conf · essi · onal · ists
Letters
16
c · o · n · f · e · s · s · i · o · n · a · l · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “confessionalists”
The word “confessionalists” contains 5 syllables, divided as conf · essi · onal · ists. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "confessionalists" have?
"confessionalists" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "confessionalists" into syllables?
"confessionalists" is divided into syllables as: conf · essi · onal · ists.
What is the Scrabble score for "confessionalists"?
The Scrabble score for "confessionalists" is 21 points.
Using “confessionalists” in writing
"confessionalists" (conf · essi · onal · ists) 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, “confessionalists” 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.