How many syllables in “petulant”?
syllables in "petulant"
Word details
Syllables
3
pe · tu · lant
Letters
8
p · e · t · u · l · a · n · t
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “petulant”
The word “petulant” contains 3 syllables, divided as pe · tu · lant. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "petulant" have?
"petulant" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "petulant" into syllables?
"petulant" is divided into syllables as: pe · tu · lant.
What is the Scrabble score for "petulant"?
The Scrabble score for "petulant" is 10 points.
Using “petulant” in writing
Three-syllable words like "petulant" (pe · tu · lant) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “petulant” is worth 10 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 “petulant”
The letters in “petulant” can be rearranged to spell one other word: patulent.