How many syllables in “posteriority”?
syllables in "posteriority"
Word details
Syllables
5
po · ste · rio · ri · ty
Letters
12
p · o · s · t · e · r · i · o · r · i · t · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “posteriority”
The word “posteriority” contains 5 syllables, divided as po · ste · rio · ri · ty. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "posteriority" have?
"posteriority" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "posteriority" into syllables?
"posteriority" is divided into syllables as: po · ste · rio · ri · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "posteriority"?
The Scrabble score for "posteriority" is 17 points.
Using “posteriority” in writing
"posteriority" (po · ste · rio · ri · ty) 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, “posteriority” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.