How many syllables in “metalanguages”?
syllables in "metalanguages"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · ta · lan · gua · ges
Letters
13
m · e · t · a · l · a · n · g · u · a · g · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “metalanguages”
The word “metalanguages” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · ta · lan · gua · ges. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "metalanguages" have?
"metalanguages" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "metalanguages" into syllables?
"metalanguages" is divided into syllables as: me · ta · lan · gua · ges.
What is the Scrabble score for "metalanguages"?
The Scrabble score for "metalanguages" is 17 points.
Using “metalanguages” in writing
"metalanguages" (me · ta · lan · gua · ges) 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, “metalanguages” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.