How many syllables in “preretirement”?
syllables in "preretirement"
Word details
Syllables
5
pre · re · ti · re · ment
Letters
13
p · r · e · r · e · t · i · r · e · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “preretirement”
The word “preretirement” contains 5 syllables, divided as pre · re · ti · re · ment. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "preretirement" have?
"preretirement" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "preretirement" into syllables?
"preretirement" is divided into syllables as: pre · re · ti · re · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "preretirement"?
The Scrabble score for "preretirement" is 17 points.
Using “preretirement” in writing
"preretirement" (pre · re · ti · re · ment) 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, “preretirement” 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.