How many syllables in “paradigmatic”?
syllables in "paradigmatic"
Word details
Syllables
5
pa · ra · dig · ma · tic
Letters
12
p · a · r · a · d · i · g · m · a · t · i · c
Scrabble
20
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About the word “paradigmatic”
The word “paradigmatic” contains 5 syllables, divided as pa · ra · dig · ma · tic. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "paradigmatic" have?
"paradigmatic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "paradigmatic" into syllables?
"paradigmatic" is divided into syllables as: pa · ra · dig · ma · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "paradigmatic"?
The Scrabble score for "paradigmatic" is 20 points.
Using “paradigmatic” in writing
"paradigmatic" (pa · ra · dig · ma · tic) 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, “paradigmatic” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.