How many syllables in “royalists”?
syllables in "royalists"
Word details
Syllables
2
roya · lists
Letters
9
r · o · y · a · l · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “royalists”
The word “royalists” contains 2 syllables, divided as roya · lists. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "royalists" have?
"royalists" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "royalists" into syllables?
"royalists" is divided into syllables as: roya · lists.
What is the Scrabble score for "royalists"?
The Scrabble score for "royalists" is 12 points.
Using “royalists” in writing
Two-syllable words like "royalists" (roya · lists) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “royalists” is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.