How many syllables in “profiteroles”?
syllables in "profiteroles"
Word details
Syllables
5
pro · fi · te · ro · les
Letters
12
p · r · o · f · i · t · e · r · o · l · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “profiteroles”
The word “profiteroles” contains 5 syllables, divided as pro · fi · te · ro · les. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "profiteroles" have?
"profiteroles" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "profiteroles" into syllables?
"profiteroles" is divided into syllables as: pro · fi · te · ro · les.
What is the Scrabble score for "profiteroles"?
The Scrabble score for "profiteroles" is 17 points.
Using “profiteroles” in writing
"profiteroles" (pro · fi · te · ro · les) 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, “profiteroles” 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.