How many syllables in “pettifoggery”?
syllables in "pettifoggery"
Word details
Syllables
5
pet · ti · fog · ge · ry
Letters
12
p · e · t · t · i · f · o · g · g · e · r · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “pettifoggery”
The word “pettifoggery” contains 5 syllables, divided as pet · ti · fog · ge · ry. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pettifoggery" have?
"pettifoggery" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pettifoggery" into syllables?
"pettifoggery" is divided into syllables as: pet · ti · fog · ge · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "pettifoggery"?
The Scrabble score for "pettifoggery" is 22 points.
Using “pettifoggery” in writing
"pettifoggery" (pet · ti · fog · ge · ry) 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, “pettifoggery” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.