How many syllables in “beneficiary”?
syllables in "beneficiary"
Word details
Syllables
5
be · ne · fi · cia · ry
Letters
11
b · e · n · e · f · i · c · i · a · r · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “beneficiary”
The word “beneficiary” contains 5 syllables, divided as be · ne · fi · cia · ry. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "beneficiary" have?
"beneficiary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "beneficiary" into syllables?
"beneficiary" is divided into syllables as: be · ne · fi · cia · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "beneficiary"?
The Scrabble score for "beneficiary" is 21 points.
Using “beneficiary” in writing
"beneficiary" (be · ne · fi · cia · ry) 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, “beneficiary” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.