How many syllables in “gastronomical”?
syllables in "gastronomical"
Word details
Syllables
5
ga · stro · no · mi · cal
Letters
13
g · a · s · t · r · o · n · o · m · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
18
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About the word “gastronomical”
The word “gastronomical” contains 5 syllables, divided as ga · stro · no · mi · cal. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gastronomical" have?
"gastronomical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "gastronomical" into syllables?
"gastronomical" is divided into syllables as: ga · stro · no · mi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "gastronomical"?
The Scrabble score for "gastronomical" is 18 points.
Using “gastronomical” in writing
"gastronomical" (ga · stro · no · mi · 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, “gastronomical” 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.