How many syllables in “instrumentalist”?
syllables in "instrumentalist"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · stru · men · ta · list
Letters
15
i · n · s · t · r · u · m · e · n · t · a · l · i · s · t
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “instrumentalist”
The word “instrumentalist” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · stru · men · ta · list. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "instrumentalist" have?
"instrumentalist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "instrumentalist" into syllables?
"instrumentalist" is divided into syllables as: in · stru · men · ta · list.
What is the Scrabble score for "instrumentalist"?
The Scrabble score for "instrumentalist" is 17 points.
Using “instrumentalist” in writing
"instrumentalist" (in · stru · men · ta · list) 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, “instrumentalist” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.