How many syllables in “megalopolis”?
syllables in "megalopolis"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · ga · lo · po · lis
Letters
11
m · e · g · a · l · o · p · o · l · i · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “megalopolis”
The word “megalopolis” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · ga · lo · po · lis. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "megalopolis" have?
"megalopolis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "megalopolis" into syllables?
"megalopolis" is divided into syllables as: me · ga · lo · po · lis.
What is the Scrabble score for "megalopolis"?
The Scrabble score for "megalopolis" is 16 points.
Using “megalopolis” in writing
"megalopolis" (me · ga · lo · po · lis) 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, “megalopolis” 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.