How many syllables in “impenitences”?
syllables in "impenitences"
Word details
Syllables
5
im · pe · ni · ten · ces
Letters
12
i · m · p · e · n · i · t · e · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “impenitences”
The word “impenitences” contains 5 syllables, divided as im · pe · ni · ten · ces. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "impenitences" have?
"impenitences" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "impenitences" into syllables?
"impenitences" is divided into syllables as: im · pe · ni · ten · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "impenitences"?
The Scrabble score for "impenitences" is 18 points.
Using “impenitences” in writing
"impenitences" (im · pe · ni · ten · 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, “impenitences” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.