How many syllables in “longanimity”?
syllables in "longanimity"
Word details
Syllables
5
lon · ga · ni · mi · ty
Letters
11
l · o · n · g · a · n · i · m · i · t · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “longanimity”
The word “longanimity” contains 5 syllables, divided as lon · ga · ni · mi · ty. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "longanimity" have?
"longanimity" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "longanimity" into syllables?
"longanimity" is divided into syllables as: lon · ga · ni · mi · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "longanimity"?
The Scrabble score for "longanimity" is 17 points.
Using “longanimity” in writing
"longanimity" (lon · ga · ni · mi · ty) 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, “longanimity” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.