How many syllables in “mongoloid”?
syllables in "mongoloid"
Word details
Syllables
3
mon · go · loid
Letters
9
m · o · n · g · o · l · o · i · d
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “mongoloid”
The word “mongoloid” contains 3 syllables, divided as mon · go · loid. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mongoloid" have?
"mongoloid" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "mongoloid" into syllables?
"mongoloid" is divided into syllables as: mon · go · loid.
What is the Scrabble score for "mongoloid"?
The Scrabble score for "mongoloid" is 13 points.
Using “mongoloid” in writing
Three-syllable words like "mongoloid" (mon · go · loid) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “mongoloid” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.