How many syllables in “pomegranates”?
syllables in "pomegranates"
Word details
Syllables
5
po · me · gra · na · tes
Letters
12
p · o · m · e · g · r · a · n · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “pomegranates”
The word “pomegranates” contains 5 syllables, divided as po · me · gra · na · tes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pomegranates" have?
"pomegranates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pomegranates" into syllables?
"pomegranates" is divided into syllables as: po · me · gra · na · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "pomegranates"?
The Scrabble score for "pomegranates" is 17 points.
Using “pomegranates” in writing
"pomegranates" (po · me · gra · na · tes) 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, “pomegranates” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.