How many syllables in “trigonometry”?
syllables in "trigonometry"
Word details
Syllables
5
tri · go · no · me · try
Letters
12
t · r · i · g · o · n · o · m · e · t · r · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “trigonometry”
The word “trigonometry” contains 5 syllables, divided as tri · go · no · me · try. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "trigonometry" have?
"trigonometry" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "trigonometry" into syllables?
"trigonometry" is divided into syllables as: tri · go · no · me · try.
What is the Scrabble score for "trigonometry"?
The Scrabble score for "trigonometry" is 18 points.
Using “trigonometry” in writing
"trigonometry" (tri · go · no · me · try) 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, “trigonometry” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.