How many syllables in “subsecretaries”?
syllables in "subsecretaries"
Word details
Syllables
5
sub · se · cre · ta · ries
Letters
14
s · u · b · s · e · c · r · e · t · a · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “subsecretaries”
The word “subsecretaries” contains 5 syllables, divided as sub · se · cre · ta · ries. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "subsecretaries" have?
"subsecretaries" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "subsecretaries" into syllables?
"subsecretaries" is divided into syllables as: sub · se · cre · ta · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "subsecretaries"?
The Scrabble score for "subsecretaries" is 18 points.
Using “subsecretaries” in writing
"subsecretaries" (sub · se · cre · ta · ries) 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, “subsecretaries” 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.