How many syllables in “perfunctoriness”?
syllables in "perfunctoriness"
Word details
Syllables
5
per · fun · cto · ri · ness
Letters
15
p · e · r · f · u · n · c · t · o · r · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “perfunctoriness”
The word “perfunctoriness” contains 5 syllables, divided as per · fun · cto · ri · ness. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "perfunctoriness" have?
"perfunctoriness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "perfunctoriness" into syllables?
"perfunctoriness" is divided into syllables as: per · fun · cto · ri · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "perfunctoriness"?
The Scrabble score for "perfunctoriness" is 22 points.
Using “perfunctoriness” in writing
"perfunctoriness" (per · fun · cto · 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, “perfunctoriness” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.