How many syllables in “pericycle”?
syllables in "pericycle"
Word details
Syllables
5
pe · ri · cy · cl · e
Letters
9
p · e · r · i · c · y · c · l · e
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “pericycle”
The word “pericycle” contains 5 syllables, divided as pe · ri · cy · cl · e. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pericycle" have?
"pericycle" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pericycle" into syllables?
"pericycle" is divided into syllables as: pe · ri · cy · cl · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "pericycle"?
The Scrabble score for "pericycle" is 18 points.
Using “pericycle” in writing
"pericycle" (pe · ri · cy · cl · e) 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, “pericycle” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.