How many syllables in “petitioners”?
syllables in "petitioners"
Word details
Syllables
4
peti · tion · ers
Letters
11
p · e · t · i · t · i · o · n · e · r · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “petitioners”
The word “petitioners” contains 4 syllables, divided as peti · tion · ers. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "petitioners" have?
"petitioners" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "petitioners" into syllables?
"petitioners" is divided into syllables as: peti · tion · ers.
What is the Scrabble score for "petitioners"?
The Scrabble score for "petitioners" is 13 points.
Using “petitioners” in writing
Four-syllable words like "petitioners" (peti · tion · ers) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “petitioners” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “petitioners”
The letters in “petitioners” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: peritonites, repetitions.