How many syllables in “governmentalists”?
syllables in "governmentalists"
Word details
Syllables
5
go · ver · nmen · ta · lists
Letters
16
g · o · v · e · r · n · m · e · n · t · a · l · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “governmentalists”
The word “governmentalists” contains 5 syllables, divided as go · ver · nmen · ta · lists. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "governmentalists" have?
"governmentalists" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "governmentalists" into syllables?
"governmentalists" is divided into syllables as: go · ver · nmen · ta · lists.
What is the Scrabble score for "governmentalists"?
The Scrabble score for "governmentalists" is 22 points.
Using “governmentalists” in writing
"governmentalists" (go · ver · nmen · ta · lists) 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, “governmentalists” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.