How many syllables in “periodontally”?
syllables in "periodontally"
Word details
Syllables
5
pe · rio · don · tal · ly
Letters
13
p · e · r · i · o · d · o · n · t · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “periodontally”
The word “periodontally” contains 5 syllables, divided as pe · rio · don · tal · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "periodontally" have?
"periodontally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "periodontally" into syllables?
"periodontally" is divided into syllables as: pe · rio · don · tal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "periodontally"?
The Scrabble score for "periodontally" is 19 points.
Using “periodontally” in writing
"periodontally" (pe · rio · don · 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, “periodontally” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.