How many syllables in “imperialistic”?
syllables in "imperialistic"
Word details
Syllables
5
im · pe · ria · li · stic
Letters
13
i · m · p · e · r · i · a · l · i · s · t · i · c
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “imperialistic”
The word “imperialistic” contains 5 syllables, divided as im · pe · ria · li · stic. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "imperialistic" have?
"imperialistic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "imperialistic" into syllables?
"imperialistic" is divided into syllables as: im · pe · ria · li · stic.
What is the Scrabble score for "imperialistic"?
The Scrabble score for "imperialistic" is 19 points.
Using “imperialistic” in writing
"imperialistic" (im · pe · ria · li · stic) 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, “imperialistic” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.