How many syllables in “zealotry”?
syllables in "zealotry"
Word details
Syllables
3
zea · lo · try
Letters
8
z · e · a · l · o · t · r · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “zealotry”
The word “zealotry” contains 3 syllables, divided as zea · lo · try. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "zealotry" have?
"zealotry" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "zealotry" into syllables?
"zealotry" is divided into syllables as: zea · lo · try.
What is the Scrabble score for "zealotry"?
The Scrabble score for "zealotry" is 20 points.
Using “zealotry” in writing
Three-syllable words like "zealotry" (zea · lo · try) 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, “zealotry” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.