How many syllables in “university”?
syllables in "university"
Word details
Syllables
5
u · ni · ver · si · ty
Letters
10
u · n · i · v · e · r · s · i · t · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “university”
The word “university” contains 5 syllables, divided as u · ni · ver · si · ty. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "university" have?
"university" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "university" into syllables?
"university" is divided into syllables as: u · ni · ver · si · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "university"?
The Scrabble score for "university" is 16 points.
Using “university” in writing
"university" (u · ni · ver · si · ty) 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, “university” 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.