How many syllables in “contemporary”?
syllables in "contemporary"
Word details
Syllables
5
con · tem · po · ra · ry
Letters
12
c · o · n · t · e · m · p · o · r · a · r · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “contemporary”
The word “contemporary” contains 5 syllables, divided as con · tem · po · ra · ry. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "contemporary" have?
"contemporary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "contemporary" into syllables?
"contemporary" is divided into syllables as: con · tem · po · ra · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "contemporary"?
The Scrabble score for "contemporary" is 21 points.
Using “contemporary” in writing
"contemporary" (con · tem · po · ra · ry) 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, “contemporary” 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.