How many syllables in “longanimities”?
syllables in "longanimities"
Word details
Syllables
5
lon · ga · ni · mi · ties
Letters
13
l · o · n · g · a · n · i · m · i · t · i · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “longanimities”
The word “longanimities” contains 5 syllables, divided as lon · ga · ni · mi · ties. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "longanimities" have?
"longanimities" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "longanimities" into syllables?
"longanimities" is divided into syllables as: lon · ga · ni · mi · ties.
What is the Scrabble score for "longanimities"?
The Scrabble score for "longanimities" is 16 points.
Using “longanimities” in writing
"longanimities" (lon · ga · ni · mi · ties) 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, “longanimities” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.