How many syllables in “percipience”?
syllables in "percipience"
Word details
Syllables
3
perc · ipie · nce
Letters
11
p · e · r · c · i · p · i · e · n · c · e
Scrabble
19
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About the word “percipience”
The word “percipience” contains 3 syllables, divided as perc · ipie · nce. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "percipience" have?
"percipience" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "percipience" into syllables?
"percipience" is divided into syllables as: perc · ipie · nce.
What is the Scrabble score for "percipience"?
The Scrabble score for "percipience" is 19 points.
Using “percipience” in writing
Three-syllable words like "percipience" (perc · ipie · nce) 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, “percipience” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.