How many syllables in “postgraduate”?
syllables in "postgraduate"
Word details
Syllables
3
post · grad · uate
Letters
12
p · o · s · t · g · r · a · d · u · a · t · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “postgraduate”
The word “postgraduate” contains 3 syllables, divided as post · grad · uate. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "postgraduate" have?
"postgraduate" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "postgraduate" into syllables?
"postgraduate" is divided into syllables as: post · grad · uate.
What is the Scrabble score for "postgraduate"?
The Scrabble score for "postgraduate" is 16 points.
Using “postgraduate” in writing
Three-syllable words like "postgraduate" (post · grad · uate) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “postgraduate” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.