How many syllables in “lollapalooza”?
syllables in "lollapalooza"
Word details
Syllables
5
lol · la · pa · loo · za
Letters
12
l · o · l · l · a · p · a · l · o · o · z · a
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “lollapalooza”
The word “lollapalooza” contains 5 syllables, divided as lol · la · pa · loo · za. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lollapalooza" have?
"lollapalooza" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "lollapalooza" into syllables?
"lollapalooza" is divided into syllables as: lol · la · pa · loo · za.
What is the Scrabble score for "lollapalooza"?
The Scrabble score for "lollapalooza" is 23 points.
Using “lollapalooza” in writing
"lollapalooza" (lol · la · pa · loo · za) 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, “lollapalooza” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.