How many syllables in “impertinences”?
syllables in "impertinences"
Word details
Syllables
5
im · per · ti · nen · ces
Letters
13
i · m · p · e · r · t · i · n · e · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “impertinences”
The word “impertinences” contains 5 syllables, divided as im · per · ti · nen · ces. It has 13 letters.
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How many syllables does "impertinences" have?
"impertinences" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "impertinences" into syllables?
"impertinences" is divided into syllables as: im · per · ti · nen · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "impertinences"?
The Scrabble score for "impertinences" is 19 points.
Using “impertinences” in writing
"impertinences" (im · per · ti · nen · 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, “impertinences” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.