How many syllables in “novelist”?
syllables in "novelist"
Word details
Syllables
3
no · ve · list
Letters
8
n · o · v · e · l · i · s · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “novelist”
The word “novelist” contains 3 syllables, divided as no · ve · list. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "novelist" have?
"novelist" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "novelist" into syllables?
"novelist" is divided into syllables as: no · ve · list.
What is the Scrabble score for "novelist"?
The Scrabble score for "novelist" is 11 points.
Using “novelist” in writing
Three-syllable words like "novelist" (no · ve · list) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “novelist” is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.