How many syllables in “paramedical”?
syllables in "paramedical"
Word details
Syllables
5
pa · ra · me · di · cal
Letters
11
p · a · r · a · m · e · d · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
18
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “paramedical”
The word “paramedical” contains 5 syllables, divided as pa · ra · me · di · cal. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "paramedical" have?
"paramedical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "paramedical" into syllables?
"paramedical" is divided into syllables as: pa · ra · me · di · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "paramedical"?
The Scrabble score for "paramedical" is 18 points.
Using “paramedical” in writing
"paramedical" (pa · ra · me · di · 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, “paramedical” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.