How many syllables in “ventriloquisms”?
syllables in "ventriloquisms"
Word details
Syllables
4
ven · tri · lo · quisms
Letters
14
v · e · n · t · r · i · l · o · q · u · i · s · m · s
Scrabble
28
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About the word “ventriloquisms”
The word “ventriloquisms” contains 4 syllables, divided as ven · tri · lo · quisms. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ventriloquisms" have?
"ventriloquisms" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "ventriloquisms" into syllables?
"ventriloquisms" is divided into syllables as: ven · tri · lo · quisms.
What is the Scrabble score for "ventriloquisms"?
The Scrabble score for "ventriloquisms" is 28 points.
Using “ventriloquisms” in writing
Four-syllable words like "ventriloquisms" (ven · tri · lo · quisms) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ventriloquisms” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.