How many syllables in “tercentenaries”?
syllables in "tercentenaries"
Word details
Syllables
5
ter · cen · te · na · ries
Letters
14
t · e · r · c · e · n · t · e · n · a · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “tercentenaries”
The word “tercentenaries” contains 5 syllables, divided as ter · cen · te · na · ries. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tercentenaries" have?
"tercentenaries" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "tercentenaries" into syllables?
"tercentenaries" is divided into syllables as: ter · cen · te · na · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "tercentenaries"?
The Scrabble score for "tercentenaries" is 16 points.
Using “tercentenaries” in writing
"tercentenaries" (ter · cen · te · na · 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, “tercentenaries” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.