How many syllables in “epigrammatic”?
syllables in "epigrammatic"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · pi · gram · ma · tic
Letters
12
e · p · i · g · r · a · m · m · a · t · i · c
Scrabble
21
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About the word “epigrammatic”
The word “epigrammatic” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · pi · gram · ma · tic. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "epigrammatic" have?
"epigrammatic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "epigrammatic" into syllables?
"epigrammatic" is divided into syllables as: e · pi · gram · ma · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "epigrammatic"?
The Scrabble score for "epigrammatic" is 21 points.
Using “epigrammatic” in writing
"epigrammatic" (e · pi · gram · ma · tic) 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, “epigrammatic” 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.