How many syllables in “traditionalist”?
syllables in "traditionalist"
Word details
Syllables
5
trad · itio · nali · st
Letters
14
t · r · a · d · i · t · i · o · n · a · l · i · s · t
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “traditionalist”
The word “traditionalist” contains 5 syllables, divided as trad · itio · nali · st. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "traditionalist" have?
"traditionalist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "traditionalist" into syllables?
"traditionalist" is divided into syllables as: trad · itio · nali · st.
What is the Scrabble score for "traditionalist"?
The Scrabble score for "traditionalist" is 15 points.
Using “traditionalist” in writing
"traditionalist" (trad · itio · nali · st) 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, “traditionalist” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.