How many syllables in “whimsicality”?
syllables in "whimsicality"
Word details
Syllables
5
whim · si · ca · li · ty
Letters
12
w · h · i · m · s · i · c · a · l · i · t · y
Scrabble
25
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About the word “whimsicality”
The word “whimsicality” contains 5 syllables, divided as whim · si · ca · li · ty. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "whimsicality" have?
"whimsicality" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "whimsicality" into syllables?
"whimsicality" is divided into syllables as: whim · si · ca · li · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "whimsicality"?
The Scrabble score for "whimsicality" is 25 points.
Using “whimsicality” in writing
"whimsicality" (whim · si · ca · 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, “whimsicality” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.