How many syllables in “perseverated”?
syllables in "perseverated"
Word details
Syllables
5
per · se · ve · ra · ted
Letters
12
p · e · r · s · e · v · e · r · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
18
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About the word “perseverated”
The word “perseverated” contains 5 syllables, divided as per · se · ve · ra · ted. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "perseverated" have?
"perseverated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "perseverated" into syllables?
"perseverated" is divided into syllables as: per · se · ve · ra · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "perseverated"?
The Scrabble score for "perseverated" is 18 points.
Using “perseverated” in writing
"perseverated" (per · se · ve · ra · ted) 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, “perseverated” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.