How many syllables in “birefringences”?
syllables in "birefringences"
Word details
Syllables
5
bi · re · frin · gen · ces
Letters
14
b · i · r · e · f · r · i · n · g · e · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
22
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About the word “birefringences”
The word “birefringences” contains 5 syllables, divided as bi · re · frin · gen · ces. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "birefringences" have?
"birefringences" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "birefringences" into syllables?
"birefringences" is divided into syllables as: bi · re · frin · gen · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "birefringences"?
The Scrabble score for "birefringences" is 22 points.
Using “birefringences” in writing
"birefringences" (bi · re · frin · gen · 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, “birefringences” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.