How many syllables in “principalities”?
syllables in "principalities"
Word details
Syllables
5
prin · ci · pa · li · ties
Letters
14
p · r · i · n · c · i · p · a · l · i · t · i · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “principalities”
The word “principalities” contains 5 syllables, divided as prin · ci · pa · li · ties. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "principalities" have?
"principalities" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "principalities" into syllables?
"principalities" is divided into syllables as: prin · ci · pa · li · ties.
What is the Scrabble score for "principalities"?
The Scrabble score for "principalities" is 20 points.
Using “principalities” in writing
"principalities" (prin · ci · pa · li · ties) 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, “principalities” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.