How many syllables in “peritoneally”?
syllables in "peritoneally"
Word details
Syllables
5
pe · ri · to · neal · ly
Letters
12
p · e · r · i · t · o · n · e · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “peritoneally”
The word “peritoneally” contains 5 syllables, divided as pe · ri · to · neal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "peritoneally" have?
"peritoneally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "peritoneally" into syllables?
"peritoneally" is divided into syllables as: pe · ri · to · neal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "peritoneally"?
The Scrabble score for "peritoneally" is 17 points.
Using “peritoneally” in writing
"peritoneally" (pe · ri · to · neal · 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, “peritoneally” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.