How many syllables in “utilitarian”?
syllables in "utilitarian"
Word details
Syllables
5
u · ti · li · ta · rian
Letters
11
u · t · i · l · i · t · a · r · i · a · n
Scrabble
11
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About the word “utilitarian”
The word “utilitarian” contains 5 syllables, divided as u · ti · li · ta · rian. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "utilitarian" have?
"utilitarian" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "utilitarian" into syllables?
"utilitarian" is divided into syllables as: u · ti · li · ta · rian.
What is the Scrabble score for "utilitarian"?
The Scrabble score for "utilitarian" is 11 points.
Using “utilitarian” in writing
"utilitarian" (u · ti · li · ta · rian) 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, “utilitarian” is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.