How many syllables in “parallelepiped”?
syllables in "parallelepiped"
Word details
Syllables
5
par · all · ele · pip · ed
Letters
14
p · a · r · a · l · l · e · l · e · p · i · p · e · d
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “parallelepiped”
The word “parallelepiped” contains 5 syllables, divided as par · all · ele · pip · ed. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "parallelepiped" have?
"parallelepiped" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "parallelepiped" into syllables?
"parallelepiped" is divided into syllables as: par · all · ele · pip · ed.
What is the Scrabble score for "parallelepiped"?
The Scrabble score for "parallelepiped" is 21 points.
Using “parallelepiped” in writing
"parallelepiped" (par · all · ele · pip · ed) 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, “parallelepiped” 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.