How many syllables in “material”?
syllables in "material"
Word details
Syllables
4
ma · te · ri · al
Letters
8
m · a · t · e · r · i · a · l
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “material”
The word “material” contains 4 syllables, divided as ma · te · ri · al. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "material" have?
"material" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "material" into syllables?
"material" is divided into syllables as: ma · te · ri · al.
What is the Scrabble score for "material"?
The Scrabble score for "material" is 10 points.
Using “material” in writing
Four-syllable words like "material" (ma · te · ri · al) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “material” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.