How many syllables in “metafictionist”?
syllables in "metafictionist"
Word details
Syllables
5
meta · fict · ioni · st
Letters
14
m · e · t · a · f · i · c · t · i · o · n · i · s · t
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “metafictionist”
The word “metafictionist” contains 5 syllables, divided as meta · fict · ioni · st. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "metafictionist" have?
"metafictionist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "metafictionist" into syllables?
"metafictionist" is divided into syllables as: meta · fict · ioni · st.
What is the Scrabble score for "metafictionist"?
The Scrabble score for "metafictionist" is 21 points.
Using “metafictionist” in writing
"metafictionist" (meta · fict · ioni · st) 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, “metafictionist” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.