How many syllables in “denominator”?
syllables in "denominator"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · no · mi · na · tor
Letters
11
d · e · n · o · m · i · n · a · t · o · r
Scrabble
14
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About the word “denominator”
The word “denominator” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · no · mi · na · tor. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "denominator" have?
"denominator" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "denominator" into syllables?
"denominator" is divided into syllables as: de · no · mi · na · tor.
What is the Scrabble score for "denominator"?
The Scrabble score for "denominator" is 14 points.
Using “denominator” in writing
"denominator" (de · no · mi · na · tor) 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, “denominator” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.