How many syllables in “minicomputer”?
syllables in "minicomputer"
Word details
Syllables
5
mi · ni · com · pu · ter
Letters
12
m · i · n · i · c · o · m · p · u · t · e · r
Scrabble
20
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About the word “minicomputer”
The word “minicomputer” contains 5 syllables, divided as mi · ni · com · pu · ter. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "minicomputer" have?
"minicomputer" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "minicomputer" into syllables?
"minicomputer" is divided into syllables as: mi · ni · com · pu · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "minicomputer"?
The Scrabble score for "minicomputer" is 20 points.
Using “minicomputer” in writing
"minicomputer" (mi · ni · com · pu · ter) 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, “minicomputer” 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.