How many syllables in “centripetally”?
syllables in "centripetally"
Word details
Syllables
5
cen · tri · pe · tal · ly
Letters
13
c · e · n · t · r · i · p · e · t · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “centripetally”
The word “centripetally” contains 5 syllables, divided as cen · tri · pe · tal · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "centripetally" have?
"centripetally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "centripetally" into syllables?
"centripetally" is divided into syllables as: cen · tri · pe · tal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "centripetally"?
The Scrabble score for "centripetally" is 20 points.
Using “centripetally” in writing
"centripetally" (cen · tri · pe · tal · ly) 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, “centripetally” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.