How many syllables in “perspicaciously”?
syllables in "perspicaciously"
Word details
Syllables
5
pers · pica · ciou · sly
Letters
15
p · e · r · s · p · i · c · a · c · i · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “perspicaciously”
The word “perspicaciously” contains 5 syllables, divided as pers · pica · ciou · sly. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "perspicaciously" have?
"perspicaciously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "perspicaciously" into syllables?
"perspicaciously" is divided into syllables as: pers · pica · ciou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "perspicaciously"?
The Scrabble score for "perspicaciously" is 26 points.
Using “perspicaciously” in writing
"perspicaciously" (pers · pica · ciou · sly) 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, “perspicaciously” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.