How many syllables in “perpendicular”?
syllables in "perpendicular"
Word details
Syllables
5
per · pen · di · cu · lar
Letters
13
p · e · r · p · e · n · d · i · c · u · l · a · r
Scrabble
20
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About the word “perpendicular”
The word “perpendicular” contains 5 syllables, divided as per · pen · di · cu · lar. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "perpendicular" have?
"perpendicular" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "perpendicular" into syllables?
"perpendicular" is divided into syllables as: per · pen · di · cu · lar.
What is the Scrabble score for "perpendicular"?
The Scrabble score for "perpendicular" is 20 points.
Using “perpendicular” in writing
"perpendicular" (per · pen · di · cu · lar) 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, “perpendicular” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.