How many syllables in “peremptorily”?
syllables in "peremptorily"
Word details
Syllables
5
pe · rem · pto · ri · ly
Letters
12
p · e · r · e · m · p · t · o · r · i · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “peremptorily”
The word “peremptorily” contains 5 syllables, divided as pe · rem · pto · ri · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "peremptorily" have?
"peremptorily" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "peremptorily" into syllables?
"peremptorily" is divided into syllables as: pe · rem · pto · ri · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "peremptorily"?
The Scrabble score for "peremptorily" is 21 points.
Using “peremptorily” in writing
"peremptorily" (pe · rem · pto · ri · 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, “peremptorily” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.