How many syllables in “devolutionists”?
syllables in "devolutionists"
Word details
Syllables
5
devo · luti · onis · ts
Letters
14
d · e · v · o · l · u · t · i · o · n · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “devolutionists”
The word “devolutionists” contains 5 syllables, divided as devo · luti · onis · ts. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "devolutionists" have?
"devolutionists" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "devolutionists" into syllables?
"devolutionists" is divided into syllables as: devo · luti · onis · ts.
What is the Scrabble score for "devolutionists"?
The Scrabble score for "devolutionists" is 18 points.
Using “devolutionists” in writing
"devolutionists" (devo · luti · onis · ts) 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, “devolutionists” 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.