How many syllables in “questionnaire”?
syllables in "questionnaire"
Word details
Syllables
3
questio · nnaire
Letters
13
q · u · e · s · t · i · o · n · n · a · i · r · e
Scrabble
22
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About the word “questionnaire”
The word “questionnaire” contains 3 syllables, divided as questio · nnaire. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "questionnaire" have?
"questionnaire" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "questionnaire" into syllables?
"questionnaire" is divided into syllables as: questio · nnaire.
What is the Scrabble score for "questionnaire"?
The Scrabble score for "questionnaire" is 22 points.
Using “questionnaire” in writing
Three-syllable words like "questionnaire" (questio · nnaire) 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, “questionnaire” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.