How many syllables in “illuminances”?
syllables in "illuminances"
Word details
Syllables
5
il · lu · mi · nan · ces
Letters
12
i · l · l · u · m · i · n · a · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “illuminances”
The word “illuminances” contains 5 syllables, divided as il · lu · mi · nan · ces. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "illuminances" have?
"illuminances" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "illuminances" into syllables?
"illuminances" is divided into syllables as: il · lu · mi · nan · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "illuminances"?
The Scrabble score for "illuminances" is 16 points.
Using “illuminances” in writing
"illuminances" (il · lu · mi · nan · ces) 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, “illuminances” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.