How many syllables in “mathematical”?
syllables in "mathematical"
Word details
Syllables
5
mat · he · ma · ti · cal
Letters
12
m · a · t · h · e · m · a · t · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “mathematical”
The word “mathematical” contains 5 syllables, divided as mat · he · ma · ti · cal. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mathematical" have?
"mathematical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "mathematical" into syllables?
"mathematical" is divided into syllables as: mat · he · ma · ti · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "mathematical"?
The Scrabble score for "mathematical" is 21 points.
Using “mathematical” in writing
"mathematical" (mat · he · ma · ti · cal) 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, “mathematical” 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.