How many syllables in “perinatally”?
syllables in "perinatally"
Word details
Syllables
5
pe · ri · na · tal · ly
Letters
11
p · e · r · i · n · a · t · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
16
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About the word “perinatally”
The word “perinatally” contains 5 syllables, divided as pe · ri · na · tal · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "perinatally" have?
"perinatally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "perinatally" into syllables?
"perinatally" is divided into syllables as: pe · ri · na · tal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "perinatally"?
The Scrabble score for "perinatally" is 16 points.
Using “perinatally” in writing
"perinatally" (pe · ri · na · tal · 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, “perinatally” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.