How many syllables in “percussions”?
syllables in "percussions"
Word details
Syllables
3
percus · sions
Letters
11
p · e · r · c · u · s · s · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “percussions”
The word “percussions” contains 3 syllables, divided as percus · sions. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "percussions" have?
"percussions" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "percussions" into syllables?
"percussions" is divided into syllables as: percus · sions.
What is the Scrabble score for "percussions"?
The Scrabble score for "percussions" is 15 points.
Using “percussions” in writing
Three-syllable words like "percussions" (percus · sions) 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, “percussions” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “percussions”
The letters in “percussions” can be rearranged to spell one other word: supersonics.