How many syllables in “perseverations”?
syllables in "perseverations"
Word details
Syllables
5
pers · ever · atio · ns
Letters
14
p · e · r · s · e · v · e · r · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “perseverations”
The word “perseverations” contains 5 syllables, divided as pers · ever · atio · ns. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "perseverations" have?
"perseverations" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "perseverations" into syllables?
"perseverations" is divided into syllables as: pers · ever · atio · ns.
What is the Scrabble score for "perseverations"?
The Scrabble score for "perseverations" is 19 points.
Using “perseverations” in writing
"perseverations" (pers · ever · atio · ns) 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, “perseverations” 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.