How many syllables in “megalomaniacs”?
syllables in "megalomaniacs"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · ga · lo · ma · niacs
Letters
13
m · e · g · a · l · o · m · a · n · i · a · c · s
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “megalomaniacs”
The word “megalomaniacs” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · ga · lo · ma · niacs. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "megalomaniacs" have?
"megalomaniacs" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "megalomaniacs" into syllables?
"megalomaniacs" is divided into syllables as: me · ga · lo · ma · niacs.
What is the Scrabble score for "megalomaniacs"?
The Scrabble score for "megalomaniacs" is 20 points.
Using “megalomaniacs” in writing
"megalomaniacs" (me · ga · lo · ma · niacs) 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, “megalomaniacs” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.