How many syllables in “perseveringly”?
syllables in "perseveringly"
Word details
Syllables
5
per · se · ve · rin · gly
Letters
13
p · e · r · s · e · v · e · r · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “perseveringly”
The word “perseveringly” contains 5 syllables, divided as per · se · ve · rin · gly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "perseveringly" have?
"perseveringly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "perseveringly" into syllables?
"perseveringly" is divided into syllables as: per · se · ve · rin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "perseveringly"?
The Scrabble score for "perseveringly" is 22 points.
Using “perseveringly” in writing
"perseveringly" (per · se · ve · rin · gly) 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, “perseveringly” 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.