How many syllables in “primogeniture”?
syllables in "primogeniture"
Word details
Syllables
5
pri · mog · eni · tur · e
Letters
13
p · r · i · m · o · g · e · n · i · t · u · r · e
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “primogeniture”
The word “primogeniture” contains 5 syllables, divided as pri · mog · eni · tur · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "primogeniture" have?
"primogeniture" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "primogeniture" into syllables?
"primogeniture" is divided into syllables as: pri · mog · eni · tur · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "primogeniture"?
The Scrabble score for "primogeniture" is 18 points.
Using “primogeniture” in writing
"primogeniture" (pri · mog · eni · tur · e) 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, “primogeniture” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.