How many syllables in “universalists”?
syllables in "universalists"
Word details
Syllables
5
u · ni · ver · sa · lists
Letters
13
u · n · i · v · e · r · s · a · l · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “universalists”
The word “universalists” contains 5 syllables, divided as u · ni · ver · sa · lists. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "universalists" have?
"universalists" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "universalists" into syllables?
"universalists" is divided into syllables as: u · ni · ver · sa · lists.
What is the Scrabble score for "universalists"?
The Scrabble score for "universalists" is 16 points.
Using “universalists” in writing
"universalists" (u · ni · ver · sa · lists) 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, “universalists” 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.