How many syllables in “monosyllables”?
syllables in "monosyllables"
Word details
Syllables
5
mo · no · syl · la · bles
Letters
13
m · o · n · o · s · y · l · l · a · b · l · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “monosyllables”
The word “monosyllables” contains 5 syllables, divided as mo · no · syl · la · bles. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "monosyllables" have?
"monosyllables" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "monosyllables" into syllables?
"monosyllables" is divided into syllables as: mo · no · syl · la · bles.
What is the Scrabble score for "monosyllables"?
The Scrabble score for "monosyllables" is 20 points.
Using “monosyllables” in writing
"monosyllables" (mo · no · syl · la · bles) 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, “monosyllables” 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.