How many syllables in “intercessional”?
syllables in "intercessional"
Word details
Syllables
5
inte · rces · sion · al
Letters
14
i · n · t · e · r · c · e · s · s · i · o · n · a · l
Scrabble
16
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About the word “intercessional”
The word “intercessional” contains 5 syllables, divided as inte · rces · sion · al. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intercessional" have?
"intercessional" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intercessional" into syllables?
"intercessional" is divided into syllables as: inte · rces · sion · al.
What is the Scrabble score for "intercessional"?
The Scrabble score for "intercessional" is 16 points.
Using “intercessional” in writing
"intercessional" (inte · rces · sion · al) 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, “intercessional” 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.