How many syllables in “subpopulation”?
syllables in "subpopulation"
Word details
Syllables
5
subp · opul · atio · n
Letters
13
s · u · b · p · o · p · u · l · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “subpopulation”
The word “subpopulation” contains 5 syllables, divided as subp · opul · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "subpopulation" have?
"subpopulation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "subpopulation" into syllables?
"subpopulation" is divided into syllables as: subp · opul · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "subpopulation"?
The Scrabble score for "subpopulation" is 19 points.
Using “subpopulation” in writing
"subpopulation" (subp · opul · atio · n) 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, “subpopulation” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.