How many syllables in “volatility”?
syllables in "volatility"
Word details
Syllables
5
vo · la · ti · li · ty
Letters
10
v · o · l · a · t · i · l · i · t · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “volatility”
The word “volatility” contains 5 syllables, divided as vo · la · ti · li · ty. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "volatility" have?
"volatility" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "volatility" into syllables?
"volatility" is divided into syllables as: vo · la · ti · li · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "volatility"?
The Scrabble score for "volatility" is 16 points.
Using “volatility” in writing
"volatility" (vo · la · ti · li · 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, “volatility” 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.