How many syllables in “parajournalism”?
syllables in "parajournalism"
Word details
Syllables
5
pa · ra · jour · na · lism
Letters
14
p · a · r · a · j · o · u · r · n · a · l · i · s · m
Scrabble
25
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “parajournalism”
The word “parajournalism” contains 5 syllables, divided as pa · ra · jour · na · lism. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "parajournalism" have?
"parajournalism" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "parajournalism" into syllables?
"parajournalism" is divided into syllables as: pa · ra · jour · na · lism.
What is the Scrabble score for "parajournalism"?
The Scrabble score for "parajournalism" is 25 points.
Using “parajournalism” in writing
"parajournalism" (pa · ra · jour · na · lism) 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, “parajournalism” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.