How many syllables in “parental”?
syllables in "parental"
Word details
Syllables
3
pa · ren · tal
Letters
8
p · a · r · e · n · t · a · l
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “parental”
The word “parental” contains 3 syllables, divided as pa · ren · tal. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "parental" have?
"parental" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "parental" into syllables?
"parental" is divided into syllables as: pa · ren · tal.
What is the Scrabble score for "parental"?
The Scrabble score for "parental" is 10 points.
Using “parental” in writing
Three-syllable words like "parental" (pa · ren · tal) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “parental” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “parental”
The letters in “parental” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: parlante, paternal, prenatal.