How many syllables in “melodramatic”?
syllables in "melodramatic"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · lo · dra · ma · tic
Letters
12
m · e · l · o · d · r · a · m · a · t · i · c
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “melodramatic”
The word “melodramatic” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · lo · dra · ma · tic. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "melodramatic" have?
"melodramatic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "melodramatic" into syllables?
"melodramatic" is divided into syllables as: me · lo · dra · ma · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "melodramatic"?
The Scrabble score for "melodramatic" is 19 points.
Using “melodramatic” in writing
"melodramatic" (me · lo · dra · ma · tic) 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, “melodramatic” 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.