How many syllables in “preadolescences”?
syllables in "preadolescences"
Word details
Syllables
5
prea · do · le · scen · ces
Letters
15
p · r · e · a · d · o · l · e · s · c · e · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “preadolescences”
The word “preadolescences” contains 5 syllables, divided as prea · do · le · scen · ces. It has 15 letters.
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How many syllables does "preadolescences" have?
"preadolescences" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "preadolescences" into syllables?
"preadolescences" is divided into syllables as: prea · do · le · scen · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "preadolescences"?
The Scrabble score for "preadolescences" is 22 points.
Using “preadolescences” in writing
"preadolescences" (prea · do · le · scen · ces) 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, “preadolescences” 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.