How many syllables in “developmental”?
syllables in "developmental"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · ve · lop · men · tal
Letters
13
d · e · v · e · l · o · p · m · e · n · t · a · l
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “developmental”
The word “developmental” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · ve · lop · men · tal. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "developmental" have?
"developmental" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "developmental" into syllables?
"developmental" is divided into syllables as: de · ve · lop · men · tal.
What is the Scrabble score for "developmental"?
The Scrabble score for "developmental" is 21 points.
Using “developmental” in writing
"developmental" (de · ve · lop · men · tal) 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, “developmental” 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.