How many syllables in “neocolonialisms”?
syllables in "neocolonialisms"
Word details
Syllables
5
neo · co · lo · nia · lisms
Letters
15
n · e · o · c · o · l · o · n · i · a · l · i · s · m · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “neocolonialisms”
The word “neocolonialisms” contains 5 syllables, divided as neo · co · lo · nia · lisms. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "neocolonialisms" have?
"neocolonialisms" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "neocolonialisms" into syllables?
"neocolonialisms" is divided into syllables as: neo · co · lo · nia · lisms.
What is the Scrabble score for "neocolonialisms"?
The Scrabble score for "neocolonialisms" is 19 points.
Using “neocolonialisms” in writing
"neocolonialisms" (neo · co · lo · nia · lisms) 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, “neocolonialisms” 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.