How many syllables in “maldistributions”?
syllables in "maldistributions"
Word details
Syllables
5
mald · istr · ibut · ions
Letters
16
m · a · l · d · i · s · t · r · i · b · u · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “maldistributions”
The word “maldistributions” contains 5 syllables, divided as mald · istr · ibut · ions. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "maldistributions" have?
"maldistributions" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "maldistributions" into syllables?
"maldistributions" is divided into syllables as: mald · istr · ibut · ions.
What is the Scrabble score for "maldistributions"?
The Scrabble score for "maldistributions" is 21 points.
Using “maldistributions” in writing
"maldistributions" (mald · istr · ibut · ions) 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, “maldistributions” 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.