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How many syllables in “topographical”?

5

syllables in "topographical"

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Word details

Syllables

5

to · po · grap · hi · cal

Letters

13

t · o · p · o · g · r · a · p · h · i · c · a · l

Scrabble

23

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
o1
p3
o1
g2
r1
a1
p3
h4
i1
c3
a1
l1

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About the word “topographical

The word topographical contains 5 syllables, divided as to · po · grap · hi · cal. It has 13 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "topographical" have?

"topographical" has 5 syllables.

How do you divide "topographical" into syllables?

"topographical" is divided into syllables as: to · po · grap · hi · cal.

What is the Scrabble score for "topographical"?

The Scrabble score for "topographical" is 23 points.

Using “topographical” in writing

"topographical" (to · po · grap · hi · 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, topographical is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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