How many syllables in “paterfamilias”?
syllables in "paterfamilias"
Word details
Syllables
5
pa · ter · fa · mi · lias
Letters
13
p · a · t · e · r · f · a · m · i · l · i · a · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “paterfamilias”
The word “paterfamilias” contains 5 syllables, divided as pa · ter · fa · mi · lias. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "paterfamilias" have?
"paterfamilias" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "paterfamilias" into syllables?
"paterfamilias" is divided into syllables as: pa · ter · fa · mi · lias.
What is the Scrabble score for "paterfamilias"?
The Scrabble score for "paterfamilias" is 20 points.
Using “paterfamilias” in writing
"paterfamilias" (pa · ter · fa · mi · lias) 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, “paterfamilias” 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.