How many syllables in “patresfamilias”?
syllables in "patresfamilias"
Word details
Syllables
5
pa · tres · fa · mi · lias
Letters
14
p · a · t · r · e · s · f · a · m · i · l · i · a · s
Scrabble
21
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About the word “patresfamilias”
The word “patresfamilias” contains 5 syllables, divided as pa · tres · fa · mi · lias. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "patresfamilias" have?
"patresfamilias" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "patresfamilias" into syllables?
"patresfamilias" is divided into syllables as: pa · tres · fa · mi · lias.
What is the Scrabble score for "patresfamilias"?
The Scrabble score for "patresfamilias" is 21 points.
Using “patresfamilias” in writing
"patresfamilias" (pa · tres · 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, “patresfamilias” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.