How many syllables in “societal”?
syllables in "societal"
Word details
Syllables
3
so · cie · tal
Letters
8
s · o · c · i · e · t · a · l
Scrabble
10
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About the word “societal”
The word “societal” contains 3 syllables, divided as so · cie · tal. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "societal" have?
"societal" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "societal" into syllables?
"societal" is divided into syllables as: so · cie · tal.
What is the Scrabble score for "societal"?
The Scrabble score for "societal" is 10 points.
Using “societal” in writing
Three-syllable words like "societal" (so · cie · tal) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “societal” is worth 10 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.
Anagrams of “societal”
The letters in “societal” can be rearranged to spell one other word: coaliest.