How many syllables in “patiences”?
syllables in "patiences"
Word details
Syllables
3
pa · tien · ces
Letters
9
p · a · t · i · e · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “patiences”
The word “patiences” contains 3 syllables, divided as pa · tien · ces. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "patiences" have?
"patiences" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "patiences" into syllables?
"patiences" is divided into syllables as: pa · tien · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "patiences"?
The Scrabble score for "patiences" is 13 points.
Using “patiences” in writing
Three-syllable words like "patiences" (pa · tien · ces) 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, “patiences” 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.
Anagrams of “patiences”
The letters in “patiences” can be rearranged to spell one other word: patencies.