How many syllables in “interparochial”?
syllables in "interparochial"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · ter · pa · roc · hial
Letters
14
i · n · t · e · r · p · a · r · o · c · h · i · a · l
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “interparochial”
The word “interparochial” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · ter · pa · roc · hial. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "interparochial" have?
"interparochial" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "interparochial" into syllables?
"interparochial" is divided into syllables as: in · ter · pa · roc · hial.
What is the Scrabble score for "interparochial"?
The Scrabble score for "interparochial" is 21 points.
Using “interparochial” in writing
"interparochial" (in · ter · pa · roc · hial) 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, “interparochial” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.