How many syllables in “documentalist”?
syllables in "documentalist"
Word details
Syllables
5
do · cu · men · ta · list
Letters
13
d · o · c · u · m · e · n · t · a · l · i · s · t
Scrabble
18
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About the word “documentalist”
The word “documentalist” contains 5 syllables, divided as do · cu · men · ta · list. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "documentalist" have?
"documentalist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "documentalist" into syllables?
"documentalist" is divided into syllables as: do · cu · men · ta · list.
What is the Scrabble score for "documentalist"?
The Scrabble score for "documentalist" is 18 points.
Using “documentalist” in writing
"documentalist" (do · cu · men · ta · list) 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, “documentalist” 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.