How many syllables in “devolutionist”?
syllables in "devolutionist"
Word details
Syllables
5
devo · luti · onis · t
Letters
13
d · e · v · o · l · u · t · i · o · n · i · s · t
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “devolutionist”
The word “devolutionist” contains 5 syllables, divided as devo · luti · onis · t. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "devolutionist" have?
"devolutionist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "devolutionist" into syllables?
"devolutionist" is divided into syllables as: devo · luti · onis · t.
What is the Scrabble score for "devolutionist"?
The Scrabble score for "devolutionist" is 17 points.
Using “devolutionist” in writing
"devolutionist" (devo · luti · onis · t) 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, “devolutionist” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.