How many syllables in “pedagogical”?
syllables in "pedagogical"
Word details
Syllables
5
pe · da · go · gi · cal
Letters
11
p · e · d · a · g · o · g · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
18
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About the word “pedagogical”
The word “pedagogical” contains 5 syllables, divided as pe · da · go · gi · cal. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pedagogical" have?
"pedagogical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pedagogical" into syllables?
"pedagogical" is divided into syllables as: pe · da · go · gi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "pedagogical"?
The Scrabble score for "pedagogical" is 18 points.
Using “pedagogical” in writing
"pedagogical" (pe · da · go · gi · 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, “pedagogical” 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.