How many syllables in “metropolitans”?
syllables in "metropolitans"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · tro · po · li · tans
Letters
13
m · e · t · r · o · p · o · l · i · t · a · n · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “metropolitans”
The word “metropolitans” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · tro · po · li · tans. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "metropolitans" have?
"metropolitans" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "metropolitans" into syllables?
"metropolitans" is divided into syllables as: me · tro · po · li · tans.
What is the Scrabble score for "metropolitans"?
The Scrabble score for "metropolitans" is 17 points.
Using “metropolitans” in writing
"metropolitans" (me · tro · po · li · tans) 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, “metropolitans” 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.