How many syllables in “peremptoriness”?
syllables in "peremptoriness"
Word details
Syllables
5
pe · rem · pto · ri · ness
Letters
14
p · e · r · e · m · p · t · o · r · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “peremptoriness”
The word “peremptoriness” contains 5 syllables, divided as pe · rem · pto · ri · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "peremptoriness" have?
"peremptoriness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "peremptoriness" into syllables?
"peremptoriness" is divided into syllables as: pe · rem · pto · ri · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "peremptoriness"?
The Scrabble score for "peremptoriness" is 20 points.
Using “peremptoriness” in writing
"peremptoriness" (pe · rem · pto · ri · ness) 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, “peremptoriness” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.