How many syllables in “passementeries”?
syllables in "passementeries"
Word details
Syllables
5
pas · se · men · te · ries
Letters
14
p · a · s · s · e · m · e · n · t · e · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “passementeries”
The word “passementeries” contains 5 syllables, divided as pas · se · men · te · ries. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "passementeries" have?
"passementeries" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "passementeries" into syllables?
"passementeries" is divided into syllables as: pas · se · men · te · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "passementeries"?
The Scrabble score for "passementeries" is 18 points.
Using “passementeries” in writing
"passementeries" (pas · se · men · te · ries) 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, “passementeries” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.