How many syllables in “spanakopitas”?
syllables in "spanakopitas"
Word details
Syllables
5
spa · na · ko · pi · tas
Letters
12
s · p · a · n · a · k · o · p · i · t · a · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “spanakopitas”
The word “spanakopitas” contains 5 syllables, divided as spa · na · ko · pi · tas. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spanakopitas" have?
"spanakopitas" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "spanakopitas" into syllables?
"spanakopitas" is divided into syllables as: spa · na · ko · pi · tas.
What is the Scrabble score for "spanakopitas"?
The Scrabble score for "spanakopitas" is 20 points.
Using “spanakopitas” in writing
"spanakopitas" (spa · na · ko · pi · tas) 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, “spanakopitas” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.