How many syllables in “geopolitical”?
syllables in "geopolitical"
Word details
Syllables
5
geo · po · li · ti · cal
Letters
12
g · e · o · p · o · l · i · t · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
17
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About the word “geopolitical”
The word “geopolitical” contains 5 syllables, divided as geo · po · li · ti · cal. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "geopolitical" have?
"geopolitical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "geopolitical" into syllables?
"geopolitical" is divided into syllables as: geo · po · li · ti · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "geopolitical"?
The Scrabble score for "geopolitical" is 17 points.
Using “geopolitical” in writing
"geopolitical" (geo · po · li · 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, “geopolitical” 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.