How many syllables in “papilionaceous”?
syllables in "papilionaceous"
Word details
Syllables
5
papi · lion · aceo · us
Letters
14
p · a · p · i · l · i · o · n · a · c · e · o · u · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “papilionaceous”
The word “papilionaceous” contains 5 syllables, divided as papi · lion · aceo · us. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "papilionaceous" have?
"papilionaceous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "papilionaceous" into syllables?
"papilionaceous" is divided into syllables as: papi · lion · aceo · us.
What is the Scrabble score for "papilionaceous"?
The Scrabble score for "papilionaceous" is 20 points.
Using “papilionaceous” in writing
"papilionaceous" (papi · lion · aceo · us) 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, “papilionaceous” 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.