How many syllables in “meritocratic”?
syllables in "meritocratic"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · ri · to · cra · tic
Letters
12
m · e · r · i · t · o · c · r · a · t · i · c
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “meritocratic”
The word “meritocratic” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · ri · to · cra · tic. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "meritocratic" have?
"meritocratic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "meritocratic" into syllables?
"meritocratic" is divided into syllables as: me · ri · to · cra · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "meritocratic"?
The Scrabble score for "meritocratic" is 18 points.
Using “meritocratic” in writing
"meritocratic" (me · ri · to · cra · 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, “meritocratic” 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.