How many syllables in “penitentially”?
syllables in "penitentially"
Word details
Syllables
5
pe · ni · ten · tial · ly
Letters
13
p · e · n · i · t · e · n · t · i · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “penitentially”
The word “penitentially” contains 5 syllables, divided as pe · ni · ten · tial · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "penitentially" have?
"penitentially" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "penitentially" into syllables?
"penitentially" is divided into syllables as: pe · ni · ten · tial · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "penitentially"?
The Scrabble score for "penitentially" is 18 points.
Using “penitentially” in writing
"penitentially" (pe · ni · ten · tial · ly) 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, “penitentially” 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.