How many syllables in “intellectualist”?
syllables in "intellectualist"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · tel · lec · tua · list
Letters
15
i · n · t · e · l · l · e · c · t · u · a · l · i · s · t
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “intellectualist”
The word “intellectualist” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · tel · lec · tua · list. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intellectualist" have?
"intellectualist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intellectualist" into syllables?
"intellectualist" is divided into syllables as: in · tel · lec · tua · list.
What is the Scrabble score for "intellectualist"?
The Scrabble score for "intellectualist" is 17 points.
Using “intellectualist” in writing
"intellectualist" (in · tel · lec · tua · 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, “intellectualist” 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.