How many syllables in “primacies”?
syllables in "primacies"
Word details
Syllables
3
pri · ma · cies
Letters
9
p · r · i · m · a · c · i · e · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “primacies”
The word “primacies” contains 3 syllables, divided as pri · ma · cies. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "primacies" have?
"primacies" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "primacies" into syllables?
"primacies" is divided into syllables as: pri · ma · cies.
What is the Scrabble score for "primacies"?
The Scrabble score for "primacies" is 15 points.
Using “primacies” in writing
Three-syllable words like "primacies" (pri · ma · 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, “primacies” 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.