How many syllables in “montmorillonite”?
syllables in "montmorillonite"
Word details
Syllables
5
mon · tmo · ril · lon · ite
Letters
15
m · o · n · t · m · o · r · i · l · l · o · n · i · t · e
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “montmorillonite”
The word “montmorillonite” contains 5 syllables, divided as mon · tmo · ril · lon · ite. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "montmorillonite" have?
"montmorillonite" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "montmorillonite" into syllables?
"montmorillonite" is divided into syllables as: mon · tmo · ril · lon · ite.
What is the Scrabble score for "montmorillonite"?
The Scrabble score for "montmorillonite" is 19 points.
Using “montmorillonite” in writing
"montmorillonite" (mon · tmo · ril · lon · ite) 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, “montmorillonite” 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.