How many syllables in “accipitrines”?
syllables in "accipitrines"
Word details
Syllables
5
ac · ci · pi · tri · nes
Letters
12
a · c · c · i · p · i · t · r · i · n · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “accipitrines”
The word “accipitrines” contains 5 syllables, divided as ac · ci · pi · tri · nes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "accipitrines" have?
"accipitrines" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "accipitrines" into syllables?
"accipitrines" is divided into syllables as: ac · ci · pi · tri · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "accipitrines"?
The Scrabble score for "accipitrines" is 18 points.
Using “accipitrines” in writing
"accipitrines" (ac · ci · pi · tri · nes) 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, “accipitrines” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.