How many syllables in “homiletical”?
syllables in "homiletical"
Word details
Syllables
5
ho · mi · le · ti · cal
Letters
11
h · o · m · i · l · e · t · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
18
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About the word “homiletical”
The word “homiletical” contains 5 syllables, divided as ho · mi · le · ti · cal. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "homiletical" have?
"homiletical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "homiletical" into syllables?
"homiletical" is divided into syllables as: ho · mi · le · ti · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "homiletical"?
The Scrabble score for "homiletical" is 18 points.
Using “homiletical” in writing
"homiletical" (ho · mi · le · 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, “homiletical” 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.