How many syllables in “mercantilistic”?
syllables in "mercantilistic"
Word details
Syllables
5
mer · can · ti · li · stic
Letters
14
m · e · r · c · a · n · t · i · l · i · s · t · i · c
Scrabble
20
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About the word “mercantilistic”
The word “mercantilistic” contains 5 syllables, divided as mer · can · ti · li · stic. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mercantilistic" have?
"mercantilistic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "mercantilistic" into syllables?
"mercantilistic" is divided into syllables as: mer · can · ti · li · stic.
What is the Scrabble score for "mercantilistic"?
The Scrabble score for "mercantilistic" is 20 points.
Using “mercantilistic” in writing
"mercantilistic" (mer · can · ti · li · stic) 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, “mercantilistic” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.