How many syllables in “prekindergarten”?
syllables in "prekindergarten"
Word details
Syllables
5
pre · kin · der · gar · ten
Letters
15
p · r · e · k · i · n · d · e · r · g · a · r · t · e · n
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “prekindergarten”
The word “prekindergarten” contains 5 syllables, divided as pre · kin · der · gar · ten. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prekindergarten" have?
"prekindergarten" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "prekindergarten" into syllables?
"prekindergarten" is divided into syllables as: pre · kin · der · gar · ten.
What is the Scrabble score for "prekindergarten"?
The Scrabble score for "prekindergarten" is 23 points.
Using “prekindergarten” in writing
"prekindergarten" (pre · kin · der · gar · ten) 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, “prekindergarten” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.