How many syllables in “resurrectionist”?
syllables in "resurrectionist"
Word details
Syllables
5
resu · rrec · tion · ist
Letters
15
r · e · s · u · r · r · e · c · t · i · o · n · i · s · t
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “resurrectionist”
The word “resurrectionist” contains 5 syllables, divided as resu · rrec · tion · ist. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "resurrectionist" have?
"resurrectionist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "resurrectionist" into syllables?
"resurrectionist" is divided into syllables as: resu · rrec · tion · ist.
What is the Scrabble score for "resurrectionist"?
The Scrabble score for "resurrectionist" is 17 points.
Using “resurrectionist” in writing
"resurrectionist" (resu · rrec · tion · ist) 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, “resurrectionist” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.