How many syllables in “operational”?
syllables in "operational"
Word details
Syllables
5
ope · rat · ion · al
Letters
11
o · p · e · r · a · t · i · o · n · a · l
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “operational”
The word “operational” contains 5 syllables, divided as ope · rat · ion · al. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "operational" have?
"operational" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "operational" into syllables?
"operational" is divided into syllables as: ope · rat · ion · al.
What is the Scrabble score for "operational"?
The Scrabble score for "operational" is 13 points.
Using “operational” in writing
"operational" (ope · rat · ion · al) 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, “operational” is worth 13 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.