How many syllables in “neocolonialists”?
syllables in "neocolonialists"
Word details
Syllables
5
neo · co · lo · nia · lists
Letters
15
n · e · o · c · o · l · o · n · i · a · l · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “neocolonialists”
The word “neocolonialists” contains 5 syllables, divided as neo · co · lo · nia · lists. It has 15 letters.
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How many syllables does "neocolonialists" have?
"neocolonialists" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "neocolonialists" into syllables?
"neocolonialists" is divided into syllables as: neo · co · lo · nia · lists.
What is the Scrabble score for "neocolonialists"?
The Scrabble score for "neocolonialists" is 17 points.
Using “neocolonialists” in writing
"neocolonialists" (neo · co · lo · nia · lists) 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, “neocolonialists” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.