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How many syllables in “particles”?

3

syllables in "particles"

particles
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Word details

Syllables

3

par · ti · cles

Letters

9

p · a · r · t · i · c · l · e · s

Scrabble

13

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

p3
a1
r1
t1
i1
c3
l1
e1
s1

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About the word “particles

The word particles contains 3 syllables, divided as par · ti · cles. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "particles" have?

"particles" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "particles" into syllables?

"particles" is divided into syllables as: par · ti · cles.

What is the Scrabble score for "particles"?

The Scrabble score for "particles" is 13 points.

Using “particles” in writing

Three-syllable words like "particles" (par · ti · cles) 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, particles is worth 13 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.

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