How many syllables in “cosmopolites”?
syllables in "cosmopolites"
Word details
Syllables
5
co · smo · po · li · tes
Letters
12
c · o · s · m · o · p · o · l · i · t · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “cosmopolites”
The word “cosmopolites” contains 5 syllables, divided as co · smo · po · li · tes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cosmopolites" have?
"cosmopolites" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cosmopolites" into syllables?
"cosmopolites" is divided into syllables as: co · smo · po · li · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "cosmopolites"?
The Scrabble score for "cosmopolites" is 18 points.
Using “cosmopolites” in writing
"cosmopolites" (co · smo · po · li · tes) 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, “cosmopolites” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.