How many syllables in “preternatural”?
syllables in "preternatural"
Word details
Syllables
5
pre · ter · na · tu · ral
Letters
13
p · r · e · t · e · r · n · a · t · u · r · a · l
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “preternatural”
The word “preternatural” contains 5 syllables, divided as pre · ter · na · tu · ral. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "preternatural" have?
"preternatural" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "preternatural" into syllables?
"preternatural" is divided into syllables as: pre · ter · na · tu · ral.
What is the Scrabble score for "preternatural"?
The Scrabble score for "preternatural" is 15 points.
Using “preternatural” in writing
"preternatural" (pre · ter · na · tu · ral) 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, “preternatural” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.