How many syllables in “segregationists”?
syllables in "segregationists"
Word details
Syllables
5
segr · egat · ioni · sts
Letters
15
s · e · g · r · e · g · a · t · i · o · n · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “segregationists”
The word “segregationists” contains 5 syllables, divided as segr · egat · ioni · sts. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "segregationists" have?
"segregationists" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "segregationists" into syllables?
"segregationists" is divided into syllables as: segr · egat · ioni · sts.
What is the Scrabble score for "segregationists"?
The Scrabble score for "segregationists" is 17 points.
Using “segregationists” in writing
"segregationists" (segr · egat · ioni · sts) 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, “segregationists” 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.