How many syllables in “penitentiaries”?
syllables in "penitentiaries"
Word details
Syllables
5
pe · ni · ten · tia · ries
Letters
14
p · e · n · i · t · e · n · t · i · a · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “penitentiaries”
The word “penitentiaries” contains 5 syllables, divided as pe · ni · ten · tia · ries. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "penitentiaries" have?
"penitentiaries" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "penitentiaries" into syllables?
"penitentiaries" is divided into syllables as: pe · ni · ten · tia · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "penitentiaries"?
The Scrabble score for "penitentiaries" is 16 points.
Using “penitentiaries” in writing
"penitentiaries" (pe · ni · ten · tia · 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, “penitentiaries” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.