How many syllables in “megalomania”?
syllables in "megalomania"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · ga · lo · ma · nia
Letters
11
m · e · g · a · l · o · m · a · n · i · a
Scrabble
16
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About the word “megalomania”
The word “megalomania” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · ga · lo · ma · nia. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "megalomania" have?
"megalomania" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "megalomania" into syllables?
"megalomania" is divided into syllables as: me · ga · lo · ma · nia.
What is the Scrabble score for "megalomania"?
The Scrabble score for "megalomania" is 16 points.
Using “megalomania” in writing
"megalomania" (me · ga · lo · ma · nia) 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, “megalomania” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.