How many syllables in “sensibilities”?
syllables in "sensibilities"
Word details
Syllables
5
sen · si · bi · li · ties
Letters
13
s · e · n · s · i · b · i · l · i · t · i · e · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “sensibilities”
The word “sensibilities” contains 5 syllables, divided as sen · si · bi · li · ties. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sensibilities" have?
"sensibilities" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sensibilities" into syllables?
"sensibilities" is divided into syllables as: sen · si · bi · li · ties.
What is the Scrabble score for "sensibilities"?
The Scrabble score for "sensibilities" is 15 points.
Using “sensibilities” in writing
"sensibilities" (sen · si · bi · 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, “sensibilities” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.