How many syllables in “monofilament”?
syllables in "monofilament"
Word details
Syllables
5
mo · no · fi · la · ment
Letters
12
m · o · n · o · f · i · l · a · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
19
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About the word “monofilament”
The word “monofilament” contains 5 syllables, divided as mo · no · fi · la · ment. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "monofilament" have?
"monofilament" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "monofilament" into syllables?
"monofilament" is divided into syllables as: mo · no · fi · la · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "monofilament"?
The Scrabble score for "monofilament" is 19 points.
Using “monofilament” in writing
"monofilament" (mo · no · fi · la · ment) 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, “monofilament” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.