How many syllables in “postadolescents”?
syllables in "postadolescents"
Word details
Syllables
5
po · sta · do · le · scents
Letters
15
p · o · s · t · a · d · o · l · e · s · c · e · n · t · s
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “postadolescents”
The word “postadolescents” contains 5 syllables, divided as po · sta · do · le · scents. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "postadolescents" have?
"postadolescents" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "postadolescents" into syllables?
"postadolescents" is divided into syllables as: po · sta · do · le · scents.
What is the Scrabble score for "postadolescents"?
The Scrabble score for "postadolescents" is 20 points.
Using “postadolescents” in writing
"postadolescents" (po · sta · do · le · scents) 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, “postadolescents” 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.