How many syllables in “territorialism”?
syllables in "territorialism"
Word details
Syllables
5
ter · ri · to · ria · lism
Letters
14
t · e · r · r · i · t · o · r · i · a · l · i · s · m
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “territorialism”
The word “territorialism” contains 5 syllables, divided as ter · ri · to · ria · lism. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "territorialism" have?
"territorialism" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "territorialism" into syllables?
"territorialism" is divided into syllables as: ter · ri · to · ria · lism.
What is the Scrabble score for "territorialism"?
The Scrabble score for "territorialism" is 16 points.
Using “territorialism” in writing
"territorialism" (ter · ri · to · ria · lism) 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, “territorialism” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.