How many syllables in “pregnancies”?
syllables in "pregnancies"
Word details
Syllables
3
preg · nan · cies
Letters
11
p · r · e · g · n · a · n · c · i · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “pregnancies”
The word “pregnancies” contains 3 syllables, divided as preg · nan · cies. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pregnancies" have?
"pregnancies" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pregnancies" into syllables?
"pregnancies" is divided into syllables as: preg · nan · cies.
What is the Scrabble score for "pregnancies"?
The Scrabble score for "pregnancies" is 16 points.
Using “pregnancies” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pregnancies" (preg · nan · cies) 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, “pregnancies” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.