How many syllables in “impetiginous”?
syllables in "impetiginous"
Word details
Syllables
5
im · pe · ti · gi · nous
Letters
12
i · m · p · e · t · i · g · i · n · o · u · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “impetiginous”
The word “impetiginous” contains 5 syllables, divided as im · pe · ti · gi · nous. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "impetiginous" have?
"impetiginous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "impetiginous" into syllables?
"impetiginous" is divided into syllables as: im · pe · ti · gi · nous.
What is the Scrabble score for "impetiginous"?
The Scrabble score for "impetiginous" is 17 points.
Using “impetiginous” in writing
"impetiginous" (im · pe · ti · gi · nous) 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, “impetiginous” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.