How many syllables in “neoconservatism”?
syllables in "neoconservatism"
Word details
Syllables
5
neo · con · ser · va · tism
Letters
15
n · e · o · c · o · n · s · e · r · v · a · t · i · s · m
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “neoconservatism”
The word “neoconservatism” contains 5 syllables, divided as neo · con · ser · va · tism. It has 15 letters.
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How many syllables does "neoconservatism" have?
"neoconservatism" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "neoconservatism" into syllables?
"neoconservatism" is divided into syllables as: neo · con · ser · va · tism.
What is the Scrabble score for "neoconservatism"?
The Scrabble score for "neoconservatism" is 22 points.
Using “neoconservatism” in writing
"neoconservatism" (neo · con · ser · va · tism) 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, “neoconservatism” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.