How many syllables in “definitional”?
syllables in "definitional"
Word details
Syllables
5
def · ini · tio · nal
Letters
12
d · e · f · i · n · i · t · i · o · n · a · l
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “definitional”
The word “definitional” contains 5 syllables, divided as def · ini · tio · nal. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "definitional" have?
"definitional" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "definitional" into syllables?
"definitional" is divided into syllables as: def · ini · tio · nal.
What is the Scrabble score for "definitional"?
The Scrabble score for "definitional" is 16 points.
Using “definitional” in writing
"definitional" (def · ini · tio · nal) 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, “definitional” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.