How many syllables in “postsecondary”?
syllables in "postsecondary"
Word details
Syllables
5
pos · tse · con · da · ry
Letters
13
p · o · s · t · s · e · c · o · n · d · a · r · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “postsecondary”
The word “postsecondary” contains 5 syllables, divided as pos · tse · con · da · ry. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "postsecondary" have?
"postsecondary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "postsecondary" into syllables?
"postsecondary" is divided into syllables as: pos · tse · con · da · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "postsecondary"?
The Scrabble score for "postsecondary" is 21 points.
Using “postsecondary” in writing
"postsecondary" (pos · tse · con · da · 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, “postsecondary” 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.