How many syllables in “melodramatist”?
syllables in "melodramatist"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · lo · dra · ma · tist
Letters
13
m · e · l · o · d · r · a · m · a · t · i · s · t
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “melodramatist”
The word “melodramatist” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · lo · dra · ma · tist. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "melodramatist" have?
"melodramatist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "melodramatist" into syllables?
"melodramatist" is divided into syllables as: me · lo · dra · ma · tist.
What is the Scrabble score for "melodramatist"?
The Scrabble score for "melodramatist" is 18 points.
Using “melodramatist” in writing
"melodramatist" (me · lo · dra · ma · tist) 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, “melodramatist” 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.