How many syllables in “congenialities”?
syllables in "congenialities"
Word details
Syllables
5
con · ge · nia · li · ties
Letters
14
c · o · n · g · e · n · i · a · l · i · t · i · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “congenialities”
The word “congenialities” contains 5 syllables, divided as con · ge · nia · li · ties. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "congenialities" have?
"congenialities" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "congenialities" into syllables?
"congenialities" is divided into syllables as: con · ge · nia · li · ties.
What is the Scrabble score for "congenialities"?
The Scrabble score for "congenialities" is 17 points.
Using “congenialities” in writing
"congenialities" (con · ge · nia · li · ties) 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, “congenialities” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.