How many syllables in “superciliary”?
syllables in "superciliary"
Word details
Syllables
5
su · per · ci · lia · ry
Letters
12
s · u · p · e · r · c · i · l · i · a · r · y
Scrabble
19
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About the word “superciliary”
The word “superciliary” contains 5 syllables, divided as su · per · ci · lia · ry. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "superciliary" have?
"superciliary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "superciliary" into syllables?
"superciliary" is divided into syllables as: su · per · ci · lia · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "superciliary"?
The Scrabble score for "superciliary" is 19 points.
Using “superciliary” in writing
"superciliary" (su · per · ci · lia · 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, “superciliary” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.