How many syllables in “percipient”?
syllables in "percipient"
Word details
Syllables
3
per · ci · pient
Letters
10
p · e · r · c · i · p · i · e · n · t
Scrabble
16
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About the word “percipient”
The word “percipient” contains 3 syllables, divided as per · ci · pient. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "percipient" have?
"percipient" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "percipient" into syllables?
"percipient" is divided into syllables as: per · ci · pient.
What is the Scrabble score for "percipient"?
The Scrabble score for "percipient" is 16 points.
Using “percipient” in writing
Three-syllable words like "percipient" (per · ci · pient) 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, “percipient” 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.