How many syllables in “superintendence”?
syllables in "superintendence"
Word details
Syllables
5
sup · eri · nte · nde · nce
Letters
15
s · u · p · e · r · i · n · t · e · n · d · e · n · c · e
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “superintendence”
The word “superintendence” contains 5 syllables, divided as sup · eri · nte · nde · nce. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "superintendence" have?
"superintendence" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "superintendence" into syllables?
"superintendence" is divided into syllables as: sup · eri · nte · nde · nce.
What is the Scrabble score for "superintendence"?
The Scrabble score for "superintendence" is 20 points.
Using “superintendence” in writing
"superintendence" (sup · eri · nte · nde · nce) 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, “superintendence” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.