How many syllables in “problematical”?
syllables in "problematical"
Word details
Syllables
5
pro · ble · ma · ti · cal
Letters
13
p · r · o · b · l · e · m · a · t · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “problematical”
The word “problematical” contains 5 syllables, divided as pro · ble · ma · ti · cal. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "problematical" have?
"problematical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "problematical" into syllables?
"problematical" is divided into syllables as: pro · ble · ma · ti · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "problematical"?
The Scrabble score for "problematical" is 21 points.
Using “problematical” in writing
"problematical" (pro · ble · ma · ti · cal) 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, “problematical” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.