How many syllables in “confraternities”?
syllables in "confraternities"
Word details
Syllables
5
con · fra · ter · ni · ties
Letters
15
c · o · n · f · r · a · t · e · r · n · i · t · i · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “confraternities”
The word “confraternities” contains 5 syllables, divided as con · fra · ter · ni · ties. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "confraternities" have?
"confraternities" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "confraternities" into syllables?
"confraternities" is divided into syllables as: con · fra · ter · ni · ties.
What is the Scrabble score for "confraternities"?
The Scrabble score for "confraternities" is 20 points.
Using “confraternities” in writing
"confraternities" (con · fra · ter · ni · ties) 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, “confraternities” 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.