How many syllables in “confederacy”?
syllables in "confederacy"
Word details
Syllables
5
con · fe · de · ra · cy
Letters
11
c · o · n · f · e · d · e · r · a · c · y
Scrabble
22
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About the word “confederacy”
The word “confederacy” contains 5 syllables, divided as con · fe · de · ra · cy. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "confederacy" have?
"confederacy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "confederacy" into syllables?
"confederacy" is divided into syllables as: con · fe · de · ra · cy.
What is the Scrabble score for "confederacy"?
The Scrabble score for "confederacy" is 22 points.
Using “confederacy” in writing
"confederacy" (con · fe · de · ra · cy) 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, “confederacy” 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.