How many syllables in “subpopulations”?
syllables in "subpopulations"
Word details
Syllables
5
subp · opul · atio · ns
Letters
14
s · u · b · p · o · p · u · l · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “subpopulations”
The word “subpopulations” contains 5 syllables, divided as subp · opul · atio · ns. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "subpopulations" have?
"subpopulations" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "subpopulations" into syllables?
"subpopulations" is divided into syllables as: subp · opul · atio · ns.
What is the Scrabble score for "subpopulations"?
The Scrabble score for "subpopulations" is 20 points.
Using “subpopulations” in writing
"subpopulations" (subp · opul · atio · ns) 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, “subpopulations” 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.