How many syllables in “prejudgment”?
syllables in "prejudgment"
Word details
Syllables
3
pre · jud · gment
Letters
11
p · r · e · j · u · d · g · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “prejudgment”
The word “prejudgment” contains 3 syllables, divided as pre · jud · gment. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prejudgment" have?
"prejudgment" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "prejudgment" into syllables?
"prejudgment" is divided into syllables as: pre · jud · gment.
What is the Scrabble score for "prejudgment"?
The Scrabble score for "prejudgment" is 24 points.
Using “prejudgment” in writing
Three-syllable words like "prejudgment" (pre · jud · gment) 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, “prejudgment” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.