How many syllables in “kindergartener”?
syllables in "kindergartener"
Word details
Syllables
5
kin · der · gar · te · ner
Letters
14
k · i · n · d · e · r · g · a · r · t · e · n · e · r
Scrabble
20
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About the word “kindergartener”
The word “kindergartener” contains 5 syllables, divided as kin · der · gar · te · ner. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kindergartener" have?
"kindergartener" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "kindergartener" into syllables?
"kindergartener" is divided into syllables as: kin · der · gar · te · ner.
What is the Scrabble score for "kindergartener"?
The Scrabble score for "kindergartener" is 20 points.
Using “kindergartener” in writing
"kindergartener" (kin · der · gar · te · ner) 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, “kindergartener” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.