How many syllables in “superintended”?
syllables in "superintended"
Word details
Syllables
5
su · pe · rin · ten · ded
Letters
13
s · u · p · e · r · i · n · t · e · n · d · e · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “superintended”
The word “superintended” contains 5 syllables, divided as su · pe · rin · ten · ded. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "superintended" have?
"superintended" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "superintended" into syllables?
"superintended" is divided into syllables as: su · pe · rin · ten · ded.
What is the Scrabble score for "superintended"?
The Scrabble score for "superintended" is 17 points.
Using “superintended” in writing
"superintended" (su · pe · rin · ten · ded) 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, “superintended” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.