How many syllables in “filamentary”?
syllables in "filamentary"
Word details
Syllables
5
fi · la · men · ta · ry
Letters
11
f · i · l · a · m · e · n · t · a · r · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “filamentary”
The word “filamentary” contains 5 syllables, divided as fi · la · men · ta · ry. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "filamentary" have?
"filamentary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "filamentary" into syllables?
"filamentary" is divided into syllables as: fi · la · men · ta · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "filamentary"?
The Scrabble score for "filamentary" is 19 points.
Using “filamentary” in writing
"filamentary" (fi · la · men · ta · ry) 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, “filamentary” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.