How many syllables in “existentialist”?
syllables in "existentialist"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · xi · sten · tia · list
Letters
14
e · x · i · s · t · e · n · t · i · a · l · i · s · t
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “existentialist”
The word “existentialist” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · xi · sten · tia · list. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "existentialist" have?
"existentialist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "existentialist" into syllables?
"existentialist" is divided into syllables as: e · xi · sten · tia · list.
What is the Scrabble score for "existentialist"?
The Scrabble score for "existentialist" is 21 points.
Using “existentialist” in writing
"existentialist" (e · xi · sten · tia · 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, “existentialist” 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.