How many syllables in “intercollegiate”?
syllables in "intercollegiate"
Word details
Syllables
5
int · erc · oll · egi · ate
Letters
15
i · n · t · e · r · c · o · l · l · e · g · i · a · t · e
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “intercollegiate”
The word “intercollegiate” contains 5 syllables, divided as int · erc · oll · egi · ate. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intercollegiate" have?
"intercollegiate" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intercollegiate" into syllables?
"intercollegiate" is divided into syllables as: int · erc · oll · egi · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "intercollegiate"?
The Scrabble score for "intercollegiate" is 18 points.
Using “intercollegiate” in writing
"intercollegiate" (int · erc · oll · egi · ate) 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, “intercollegiate” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.