How many syllables in “sentimentalist”?
syllables in "sentimentalist"
Word details
Syllables
5
sen · ti · men · ta · list
Letters
14
s · e · n · t · i · m · e · n · t · a · l · i · s · t
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “sentimentalist”
The word “sentimentalist” contains 5 syllables, divided as sen · ti · men · ta · list. It has 14 letters.
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How many syllables does "sentimentalist" have?
"sentimentalist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sentimentalist" into syllables?
"sentimentalist" is divided into syllables as: sen · ti · men · ta · list.
What is the Scrabble score for "sentimentalist"?
The Scrabble score for "sentimentalist" is 16 points.
Using “sentimentalist” in writing
"sentimentalist" (sen · ti · men · ta · list) 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, “sentimentalist” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.