How many syllables in “bicentenaries”?
syllables in "bicentenaries"
Word details
Syllables
5
bi · cen · te · na · ries
Letters
13
b · i · c · e · n · t · e · n · a · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “bicentenaries”
The word “bicentenaries” contains 5 syllables, divided as bi · cen · te · na · ries. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bicentenaries" have?
"bicentenaries" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "bicentenaries" into syllables?
"bicentenaries" is divided into syllables as: bi · cen · te · na · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "bicentenaries"?
The Scrabble score for "bicentenaries" is 17 points.
Using “bicentenaries” in writing
"bicentenaries" (bi · cen · te · na · ries) 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, “bicentenaries” 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.