How many syllables in “adolescences”?
syllables in "adolescences"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · do · le · scen · ces
Letters
12
a · d · o · l · e · s · c · e · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “adolescences”
The word “adolescences” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · do · le · scen · ces. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "adolescences" have?
"adolescences" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "adolescences" into syllables?
"adolescences" is divided into syllables as: a · do · le · scen · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "adolescences"?
The Scrabble score for "adolescences" is 17 points.
Using “adolescences” in writing
"adolescences" (a · do · le · scen · ces) 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, “adolescences” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.