How many syllables in “quadrilateral”?
syllables in "quadrilateral"
Word details
Syllables
5
qua · dri · la · te · ral
Letters
13
q · u · a · d · r · i · l · a · t · e · r · a · l
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “quadrilateral”
The word “quadrilateral” contains 5 syllables, divided as qua · dri · la · te · ral. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "quadrilateral" have?
"quadrilateral" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "quadrilateral" into syllables?
"quadrilateral" is divided into syllables as: qua · dri · la · te · ral.
What is the Scrabble score for "quadrilateral"?
The Scrabble score for "quadrilateral" is 23 points.
Using “quadrilateral” in writing
"quadrilateral" (qua · dri · la · te · ral) 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, “quadrilateral” 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.