How many syllables in “nymphomaniacal”?
syllables in "nymphomaniacal"
Word details
Syllables
5
nym · pho · ma · nia · cal
Letters
14
n · y · m · p · h · o · m · a · n · i · a · c · a · l
Scrabble
28
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About the word “nymphomaniacal”
The word “nymphomaniacal” contains 5 syllables, divided as nym · pho · ma · nia · cal. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nymphomaniacal" have?
"nymphomaniacal" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nymphomaniacal" into syllables?
"nymphomaniacal" is divided into syllables as: nym · pho · ma · nia · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "nymphomaniacal"?
The Scrabble score for "nymphomaniacal" is 28 points.
Using “nymphomaniacal” in writing
"nymphomaniacal" (nym · pho · ma · nia · cal) 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, “nymphomaniacal” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.