How many syllables in “quincentenary”?
syllables in "quincentenary"
Word details
Syllables
5
quin · cen · te · na · ry
Letters
13
q · u · i · n · c · e · n · t · e · n · a · r · y
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “quincentenary”
The word “quincentenary” contains 5 syllables, divided as quin · cen · te · na · ry. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "quincentenary" have?
"quincentenary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "quincentenary" into syllables?
"quincentenary" is divided into syllables as: quin · cen · te · na · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "quincentenary"?
The Scrabble score for "quincentenary" is 27 points.
Using “quincentenary” in writing
"quincentenary" (quin · cen · te · na · ry) 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, “quincentenary” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.