How many syllables in “pyromaniacal”?
syllables in "pyromaniacal"
Word details
Syllables
5
py · ro · ma · nia · cal
Letters
12
p · y · r · o · m · a · n · i · a · c · a · l
Scrabble
21
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About the word “pyromaniacal”
The word “pyromaniacal” contains 5 syllables, divided as py · ro · ma · nia · cal. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pyromaniacal" have?
"pyromaniacal" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pyromaniacal" into syllables?
"pyromaniacal" is divided into syllables as: py · ro · ma · nia · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "pyromaniacal"?
The Scrabble score for "pyromaniacal" is 21 points.
Using “pyromaniacal” in writing
"pyromaniacal" (py · ro · ma · nia · 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, “pyromaniacal” 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.