How many syllables in “institutional”?
syllables in "institutional"
Word details
Syllables
5
inst · itut · iona · l
Letters
13
i · n · s · t · i · t · u · t · i · o · n · a · l
Scrabble
13
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About the word “institutional”
The word “institutional” contains 5 syllables, divided as inst · itut · iona · l. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "institutional" have?
"institutional" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "institutional" into syllables?
"institutional" is divided into syllables as: inst · itut · iona · l.
What is the Scrabble score for "institutional"?
The Scrabble score for "institutional" is 13 points.
Using “institutional” in writing
"institutional" (inst · itut · iona · l) 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, “institutional” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.