How many syllables in “megalopolises”?
syllables in "megalopolises"
Word details
Syllables
5
meg · alo · pol · ise · s
Letters
13
m · e · g · a · l · o · p · o · l · i · s · e · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “megalopolises”
The word “megalopolises” contains 5 syllables, divided as meg · alo · pol · ise · s. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "megalopolises" have?
"megalopolises" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "megalopolises" into syllables?
"megalopolises" is divided into syllables as: meg · alo · pol · ise · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "megalopolises"?
The Scrabble score for "megalopolises" is 18 points.
Using “megalopolises” in writing
"megalopolises" (meg · alo · pol · ise · s) 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, “megalopolises” 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.