How many syllables in “utilitarians”?
syllables in "utilitarians"
Word details
Syllables
5
u · ti · li · ta · rians
Letters
12
u · t · i · l · i · t · a · r · i · a · n · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “utilitarians”
The word “utilitarians” contains 5 syllables, divided as u · ti · li · ta · rians. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "utilitarians" have?
"utilitarians" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "utilitarians" into syllables?
"utilitarians" is divided into syllables as: u · ti · li · ta · rians.
What is the Scrabble score for "utilitarians"?
The Scrabble score for "utilitarians" is 12 points.
Using “utilitarians” in writing
"utilitarians" (u · ti · li · ta · rians) 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, “utilitarians” is worth 12 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.