How many syllables in “kindergarteners”?
syllables in "kindergarteners"
Word details
Syllables
5
kin · der · gar · te · ners
Letters
15
k · i · n · d · e · r · g · a · r · t · e · n · e · r · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “kindergarteners”
The word “kindergarteners” contains 5 syllables, divided as kin · der · gar · te · ners. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kindergarteners" have?
"kindergarteners" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "kindergarteners" into syllables?
"kindergarteners" is divided into syllables as: kin · der · gar · te · ners.
What is the Scrabble score for "kindergarteners"?
The Scrabble score for "kindergarteners" is 21 points.
Using “kindergarteners” in writing
"kindergarteners" (kin · der · gar · te · ners) 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, “kindergarteners” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.