How many syllables in “postmenopausal”?
syllables in "postmenopausal"
Word details
Syllables
5
pos · tme · no · pau · sal
Letters
14
p · o · s · t · m · e · n · o · p · a · u · s · a · l
Scrabble
20
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About the word “postmenopausal”
The word “postmenopausal” contains 5 syllables, divided as pos · tme · no · pau · sal. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "postmenopausal" have?
"postmenopausal" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "postmenopausal" into syllables?
"postmenopausal" is divided into syllables as: pos · tme · no · pau · sal.
What is the Scrabble score for "postmenopausal"?
The Scrabble score for "postmenopausal" is 20 points.
Using “postmenopausal” in writing
"postmenopausal" (pos · tme · no · pau · sal) 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, “postmenopausal” 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.