How many syllables in “parenthetical”?
syllables in "parenthetical"
Word details
Syllables
5
pa · ren · the · ti · cal
Letters
13
p · a · r · e · n · t · h · e · t · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “parenthetical”
The word “parenthetical” contains 5 syllables, divided as pa · ren · the · ti · cal. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "parenthetical" have?
"parenthetical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "parenthetical" into syllables?
"parenthetical" is divided into syllables as: pa · ren · the · ti · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "parenthetical"?
The Scrabble score for "parenthetical" is 20 points.
Using “parenthetical” in writing
"parenthetical" (pa · ren · the · ti · cal) 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, “parenthetical” 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.