How many syllables in “sodomitical”?
syllables in "sodomitical"
Word details
Syllables
5
so · do · mi · ti · cal
Letters
11
s · o · d · o · m · i · t · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
16
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About the word “sodomitical”
The word “sodomitical” contains 5 syllables, divided as so · do · mi · ti · cal. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sodomitical" have?
"sodomitical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sodomitical" into syllables?
"sodomitical" is divided into syllables as: so · do · mi · ti · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "sodomitical"?
The Scrabble score for "sodomitical" is 16 points.
Using “sodomitical” in writing
"sodomitical" (so · do · mi · ti · cal) 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, “sodomitical” 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.