How many syllables in “intermarriages”?
syllables in "intermarriages"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · ter · mar · ria · ges
Letters
14
i · n · t · e · r · m · a · r · r · i · a · g · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “intermarriages”
The word “intermarriages” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · ter · mar · ria · ges. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intermarriages" have?
"intermarriages" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intermarriages" into syllables?
"intermarriages" is divided into syllables as: in · ter · mar · ria · ges.
What is the Scrabble score for "intermarriages"?
The Scrabble score for "intermarriages" is 17 points.
Using “intermarriages” in writing
"intermarriages" (in · ter · mar · ria · ges) 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, “intermarriages” 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.