How many syllables in “megalomaniac”?
syllables in "megalomaniac"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · ga · lo · ma · niac
Letters
12
m · e · g · a · l · o · m · a · n · i · a · c
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “megalomaniac”
The word “megalomaniac” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · ga · lo · ma · niac. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "megalomaniac" have?
"megalomaniac" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "megalomaniac" into syllables?
"megalomaniac" is divided into syllables as: me · ga · lo · ma · niac.
What is the Scrabble score for "megalomaniac"?
The Scrabble score for "megalomaniac" is 19 points.
Using “megalomaniac” in writing
"megalomaniac" (me · ga · lo · ma · niac) 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, “megalomaniac” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.