How many syllables in “pettifoggeries”?
syllables in "pettifoggeries"
Word details
Syllables
5
pet · ti · fog · ge · ries
Letters
14
p · e · t · t · i · f · o · g · g · e · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “pettifoggeries”
The word “pettifoggeries” contains 5 syllables, divided as pet · ti · fog · ge · ries. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pettifoggeries" have?
"pettifoggeries" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pettifoggeries" into syllables?
"pettifoggeries" is divided into syllables as: pet · ti · fog · ge · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "pettifoggeries"?
The Scrabble score for "pettifoggeries" is 21 points.
Using “pettifoggeries” in writing
"pettifoggeries" (pet · ti · fog · ge · ries) 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, “pettifoggeries” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.