How many syllables in “sensationalist”?
syllables in "sensationalist"
Word details
Syllables
5
sens · atio · nali · st
Letters
14
s · e · n · s · a · t · i · o · n · a · l · i · s · t
Scrabble
14
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About the word “sensationalist”
The word “sensationalist” contains 5 syllables, divided as sens · atio · nali · st. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sensationalist" have?
"sensationalist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sensationalist" into syllables?
"sensationalist" is divided into syllables as: sens · atio · nali · st.
What is the Scrabble score for "sensationalist"?
The Scrabble score for "sensationalist" is 14 points.
Using “sensationalist” in writing
"sensationalist" (sens · atio · nali · st) 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, “sensationalist” is worth 14 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.