How many syllables in “metonymical”?
syllables in "metonymical"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · to · ny · mi · cal
Letters
11
m · e · t · o · n · y · m · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
20
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About the word “metonymical”
The word “metonymical” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · to · ny · mi · cal. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "metonymical" have?
"metonymical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "metonymical" into syllables?
"metonymical" is divided into syllables as: me · to · ny · mi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "metonymical"?
The Scrabble score for "metonymical" is 20 points.
Using “metonymical” in writing
"metonymical" (me · to · ny · mi · cal) 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, “metonymical” 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.