How many syllables in “evangelical”?
syllables in "evangelical"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · van · ge · li · cal
Letters
11
e · v · a · n · g · e · l · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “evangelical”
The word “evangelical” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · van · ge · li · cal. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "evangelical" have?
"evangelical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "evangelical" into syllables?
"evangelical" is divided into syllables as: e · van · ge · li · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "evangelical"?
The Scrabble score for "evangelical" is 17 points.
Using “evangelical” in writing
"evangelical" (e · van · ge · li · 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, “evangelical” 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.