How many syllables in “persnicketiness”?
syllables in "persnicketiness"
Word details
Syllables
5
per · snic · ke · ti · ness
Letters
15
p · e · r · s · n · i · c · k · e · t · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
23
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “persnicketiness”
The word “persnicketiness” contains 5 syllables, divided as per · snic · ke · ti · ness. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "persnicketiness" have?
"persnicketiness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "persnicketiness" into syllables?
"persnicketiness" is divided into syllables as: per · snic · ke · ti · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "persnicketiness"?
The Scrabble score for "persnicketiness" is 23 points.
Using “persnicketiness” in writing
"persnicketiness" (per · snic · ke · ti · ness) 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, “persnicketiness” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.