How many syllables in “vegetarianism”?
syllables in "vegetarianism"
Word details
Syllables
5
ve · ge · ta · ria · nism
Letters
13
v · e · g · e · t · a · r · i · a · n · i · s · m
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “vegetarianism”
The word “vegetarianism” contains 5 syllables, divided as ve · ge · ta · ria · nism. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vegetarianism" have?
"vegetarianism" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "vegetarianism" into syllables?
"vegetarianism" is divided into syllables as: ve · ge · ta · ria · nism.
What is the Scrabble score for "vegetarianism"?
The Scrabble score for "vegetarianism" is 19 points.
Using “vegetarianism” in writing
"vegetarianism" (ve · ge · ta · ria · nism) 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, “vegetarianism” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.