How many syllables in “passementerie”?
syllables in "passementerie"
Word details
Syllables
5
pas · se · men · te · rie
Letters
13
p · a · s · s · e · m · e · n · t · e · r · i · e
Scrabble
17
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About the word “passementerie”
The word “passementerie” contains 5 syllables, divided as pas · se · men · te · rie. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "passementerie" have?
"passementerie" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "passementerie" into syllables?
"passementerie" is divided into syllables as: pas · se · men · te · rie.
What is the Scrabble score for "passementerie"?
The Scrabble score for "passementerie" is 17 points.
Using “passementerie” in writing
"passementerie" (pas · se · men · te · rie) 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, “passementerie” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.