How many syllables in “superintendents”?
syllables in "superintendents"
Word details
Syllables
5
su · pe · rin · ten · dents
Letters
15
s · u · p · e · r · i · n · t · e · n · d · e · n · t · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “superintendents”
The word “superintendents” contains 5 syllables, divided as su · pe · rin · ten · dents. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "superintendents" have?
"superintendents" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "superintendents" into syllables?
"superintendents" is divided into syllables as: su · pe · rin · ten · dents.
What is the Scrabble score for "superintendents"?
The Scrabble score for "superintendents" is 18 points.
Using “superintendents” in writing
"superintendents" (su · pe · rin · ten · dents) 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, “superintendents” 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.