How many syllables in “international”?
syllables in "international"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · ter · na · tio · nal
Letters
13
i · n · t · e · r · n · a · t · i · o · n · a · l
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “international”
The word “international” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · ter · na · tio · nal. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "international" have?
"international" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "international" into syllables?
"international" is divided into syllables as: in · ter · na · tio · nal.
What is the Scrabble score for "international"?
The Scrabble score for "international" is 13 points.
Using “international” in writing
"international" (in · ter · na · tio · nal) 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, “international” 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.