How many syllables in “peripherally”?
syllables in "peripherally"
Word details
Syllables
5
pe · rip · he · ral · ly
Letters
12
p · e · r · i · p · h · e · r · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “peripherally”
The word “peripherally” contains 5 syllables, divided as pe · rip · he · ral · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "peripherally" have?
"peripherally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "peripherally" into syllables?
"peripherally" is divided into syllables as: pe · rip · he · ral · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "peripherally"?
The Scrabble score for "peripherally" is 22 points.
Using “peripherally” in writing
"peripherally" (pe · rip · he · ral · 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, “peripherally” 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.