How many syllables in “majoritarian”?
syllables in "majoritarian"
Word details
Syllables
5
ma · jo · ri · ta · rian
Letters
12
m · a · j · o · r · i · t · a · r · i · a · n
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “majoritarian”
The word “majoritarian” contains 5 syllables, divided as ma · jo · ri · ta · rian. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "majoritarian" have?
"majoritarian" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "majoritarian" into syllables?
"majoritarian" is divided into syllables as: ma · jo · ri · ta · rian.
What is the Scrabble score for "majoritarian"?
The Scrabble score for "majoritarian" is 21 points.
Using “majoritarian” in writing
"majoritarian" (ma · jo · ri · ta · rian) 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, “majoritarian” 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.