How many syllables in “imaginary”?
syllables in "imaginary"
Word details
Syllables
5
i · ma · gi · na · ry
Letters
9
i · m · a · g · i · n · a · r · y
Scrabble
15
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “imaginary”
The word “imaginary” contains 5 syllables, divided as i · ma · gi · na · ry. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "imaginary" have?
"imaginary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "imaginary" into syllables?
"imaginary" is divided into syllables as: i · ma · gi · na · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "imaginary"?
The Scrabble score for "imaginary" is 15 points.
Using “imaginary” in writing
"imaginary" (i · ma · gi · na · 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, “imaginary” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.