How many syllables in “weltanschauung”?
syllables in "weltanschauung"
Word details
Syllables
3
wel · tan · schauung
Letters
14
w · e · l · t · a · n · s · c · h · a · u · u · n · g
Scrabble
23
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About the word “weltanschauung”
The word “weltanschauung” contains 3 syllables, divided as wel · tan · schauung. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "weltanschauung" have?
"weltanschauung" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "weltanschauung" into syllables?
"weltanschauung" is divided into syllables as: wel · tan · schauung.
What is the Scrabble score for "weltanschauung"?
The Scrabble score for "weltanschauung" is 23 points.
Using “weltanschauung” in writing
Three-syllable words like "weltanschauung" (wel · tan · schauung) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “weltanschauung” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.