How many syllables in “effeminacy”?
syllables in "effeminacy"
Word details
Syllables
5
ef · fe · mi · na · cy
Letters
10
e · f · f · e · m · i · n · a · c · y
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “effeminacy”
The word “effeminacy” contains 5 syllables, divided as ef · fe · mi · na · cy. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "effeminacy" have?
"effeminacy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "effeminacy" into syllables?
"effeminacy" is divided into syllables as: ef · fe · mi · na · cy.
What is the Scrabble score for "effeminacy"?
The Scrabble score for "effeminacy" is 23 points.
Using “effeminacy” in writing
"effeminacy" (ef · fe · mi · na · 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, “effeminacy” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.