How many syllables in “megalomanic”?
syllables in "megalomanic"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · ga · lo · ma · nic
Letters
11
m · e · g · a · l · o · m · a · n · i · c
Scrabble
18
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About the word “megalomanic”
The word “megalomanic” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · ga · lo · ma · nic. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "megalomanic" have?
"megalomanic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "megalomanic" into syllables?
"megalomanic" is divided into syllables as: me · ga · lo · ma · nic.
What is the Scrabble score for "megalomanic"?
The Scrabble score for "megalomanic" is 18 points.
Using “megalomanic” in writing
"megalomanic" (me · ga · lo · ma · nic) 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, “megalomanic” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.