How many syllables in “intermittency”?
syllables in "intermittency"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · ter · mit · ten · cy
Letters
13
i · n · t · e · r · m · i · t · t · e · n · c · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “intermittency”
The word “intermittency” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · ter · mit · ten · cy. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intermittency" have?
"intermittency" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intermittency" into syllables?
"intermittency" is divided into syllables as: in · ter · mit · ten · cy.
What is the Scrabble score for "intermittency"?
The Scrabble score for "intermittency" is 20 points.
Using “intermittency” in writing
"intermittency" (in · ter · mit · ten · cy) 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, “intermittency” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.