How many syllables in “irreligionists”?
syllables in "irreligionists"
Word details
Syllables
5
ir · re · li · gio · nists
Letters
14
i · r · r · e · l · i · g · i · o · n · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “irreligionists”
The word “irreligionists” contains 5 syllables, divided as ir · re · li · gio · nists. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "irreligionists" have?
"irreligionists" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "irreligionists" into syllables?
"irreligionists" is divided into syllables as: ir · re · li · gio · nists.
What is the Scrabble score for "irreligionists"?
The Scrabble score for "irreligionists" is 15 points.
Using “irreligionists” in writing
"irreligionists" (ir · re · li · gio · nists) 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, “irreligionists” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.