How many syllables in “controversialisms”?
syllables in "controversialisms"
Word details
Syllables
5
con · tro · ver · sia · lisms
Letters
17
c · o · n · t · r · o · v · e · r · s · i · a · l · i · s · m · s
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “controversialisms”
The word “controversialisms” contains 5 syllables, divided as con · tro · ver · sia · lisms. It has 17 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "controversialisms" have?
"controversialisms" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "controversialisms" into syllables?
"controversialisms" is divided into syllables as: con · tro · ver · sia · lisms.
What is the Scrabble score for "controversialisms"?
The Scrabble score for "controversialisms" is 24 points.
Using “controversialisms” in writing
"controversialisms" (con · tro · ver · sia · lisms) 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, “controversialisms” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.