How many syllables in “scandalmongering”?
syllables in "scandalmongering"
Word details
Syllables
5
scan · dal · mon · ge · ring
Letters
16
s · c · a · n · d · a · l · m · o · n · g · e · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “scandalmongering”
The word “scandalmongering” contains 5 syllables, divided as scan · dal · mon · ge · ring. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "scandalmongering" have?
"scandalmongering" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "scandalmongering" into syllables?
"scandalmongering" is divided into syllables as: scan · dal · mon · ge · ring.
What is the Scrabble score for "scandalmongering"?
The Scrabble score for "scandalmongering" is 23 points.
Using “scandalmongering” in writing
"scandalmongering" (scan · dal · mon · ge · ring) 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, “scandalmongering” 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.