How many syllables in “quadricentennial”?
syllables in "quadricentennial"
Word details
Syllables
5
qua · dri · cen · ten · nial
Letters
16
q · u · a · d · r · i · c · e · n · t · e · n · n · i · a · l
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “quadricentennial”
The word “quadricentennial” contains 5 syllables, divided as qua · dri · cen · ten · nial. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "quadricentennial" have?
"quadricentennial" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "quadricentennial" into syllables?
"quadricentennial" is divided into syllables as: qua · dri · cen · ten · nial.
What is the Scrabble score for "quadricentennial"?
The Scrabble score for "quadricentennial" is 28 points.
Using “quadricentennial” in writing
"quadricentennial" (qua · dri · cen · ten · nial) 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, “quadricentennial” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.