How many syllables in “stereotypical”?
syllables in "stereotypical"
Word details
Syllables
5
ste · reo · ty · pi · cal
Letters
13
s · t · e · r · e · o · t · y · p · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “stereotypical”
The word “stereotypical” contains 5 syllables, divided as ste · reo · ty · pi · cal. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stereotypical" have?
"stereotypical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "stereotypical" into syllables?
"stereotypical" is divided into syllables as: ste · reo · ty · pi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "stereotypical"?
The Scrabble score for "stereotypical" is 20 points.
Using “stereotypical” in writing
"stereotypical" (ste · reo · ty · pi · 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, “stereotypical” 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.