How many syllables in “epithetical”?
syllables in "epithetical"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · pit · he · ti · cal
Letters
11
e · p · i · t · h · e · t · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
18
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About the word “epithetical”
The word “epithetical” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · pit · he · ti · cal. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "epithetical" have?
"epithetical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "epithetical" into syllables?
"epithetical" is divided into syllables as: e · pit · he · ti · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "epithetical"?
The Scrabble score for "epithetical" is 18 points.
Using “epithetical” in writing
"epithetical" (e · pit · he · ti · cal) 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, “epithetical” 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.