How many syllables in “eccentricity”?
syllables in "eccentricity"
Word details
Syllables
5
ec · cen · tri · ci · ty
Letters
12
e · c · c · e · n · t · r · i · c · i · t · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “eccentricity”
The word “eccentricity” contains 5 syllables, divided as ec · cen · tri · ci · ty. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "eccentricity" have?
"eccentricity" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "eccentricity" into syllables?
"eccentricity" is divided into syllables as: ec · cen · tri · ci · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "eccentricity"?
The Scrabble score for "eccentricity" is 21 points.
Using “eccentricity” in writing
"eccentricity" (ec · cen · tri · ci · ty) 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, “eccentricity” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.