How many syllables in “luminescences”?
syllables in "luminescences"
Word details
Syllables
5
lu · mi · ne · scen · ces
Letters
13
l · u · m · i · n · e · s · c · e · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “luminescences”
The word “luminescences” contains 5 syllables, divided as lu · mi · ne · scen · ces. It has 13 letters.
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How many syllables does "luminescences" have?
"luminescences" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "luminescences" into syllables?
"luminescences" is divided into syllables as: lu · mi · ne · scen · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "luminescences"?
The Scrabble score for "luminescences" is 19 points.
Using “luminescences” in writing
"luminescences" (lu · mi · ne · scen · ces) 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, “luminescences” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.