How many syllables in “persnicketinesses”?
syllables in "persnicketinesses"
Word details
Syllables
5
pers · nick · etin · esse · s
Letters
17
p · e · r · s · n · i · c · k · e · t · i · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “persnicketinesses”
The word “persnicketinesses” contains 5 syllables, divided as pers · nick · etin · esse · s. It has 17 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "persnicketinesses" have?
"persnicketinesses" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "persnicketinesses" into syllables?
"persnicketinesses" is divided into syllables as: pers · nick · etin · esse · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "persnicketinesses"?
The Scrabble score for "persnicketinesses" is 25 points.
Using “persnicketinesses” in writing
"persnicketinesses" (pers · nick · etin · esse · s) 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, “persnicketinesses” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.