How many syllables in “pubescence”?
syllables in "pubescence"
Word details
Syllables
3
pube · scen · ce
Letters
10
p · u · b · e · s · c · e · n · c · e
Scrabble
18
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About the word “pubescence”
The word “pubescence” contains 3 syllables, divided as pube · scen · ce. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pubescence" have?
"pubescence" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pubescence" into syllables?
"pubescence" is divided into syllables as: pube · scen · ce.
What is the Scrabble score for "pubescence"?
The Scrabble score for "pubescence" is 18 points.
Using “pubescence” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pubescence" (pube · scen · ce) 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, “pubescence” 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.