How many syllables in “whatchamacallit”?
syllables in "whatchamacallit"
Word details
Syllables
5
what · cha · ma · cal · lit
Letters
15
w · h · a · t · c · h · a · m · a · c · a · l · l · i · t
Scrabble
30
points
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About the word “whatchamacallit”
The word “whatchamacallit” contains 5 syllables, divided as what · cha · ma · cal · lit. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "whatchamacallit" have?
"whatchamacallit" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "whatchamacallit" into syllables?
"whatchamacallit" is divided into syllables as: what · cha · ma · cal · lit.
What is the Scrabble score for "whatchamacallit"?
The Scrabble score for "whatchamacallit" is 30 points.
Using “whatchamacallit” in writing
"whatchamacallit" (what · cha · ma · cal · lit) 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, “whatchamacallit” is worth 30 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.