How many syllables in “temperamental”?
syllables in "temperamental"
Word details
Syllables
5
tem · pe · ra · men · tal
Letters
13
t · e · m · p · e · r · a · m · e · n · t · a · l
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “temperamental”
The word “temperamental” contains 5 syllables, divided as tem · pe · ra · men · tal. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "temperamental" have?
"temperamental" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "temperamental" into syllables?
"temperamental" is divided into syllables as: tem · pe · ra · men · tal.
What is the Scrabble score for "temperamental"?
The Scrabble score for "temperamental" is 19 points.
Using “temperamental” in writing
"temperamental" (tem · pe · ra · men · tal) 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, “temperamental” 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.