How many syllables in “verisimilar”?
syllables in "verisimilar"
Word details
Syllables
5
ve · ri · si · mi · lar
Letters
11
v · e · r · i · s · i · m · i · l · a · r
Scrabble
16
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About the word “verisimilar”
The word “verisimilar” contains 5 syllables, divided as ve · ri · si · mi · lar. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "verisimilar" have?
"verisimilar" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "verisimilar" into syllables?
"verisimilar" is divided into syllables as: ve · ri · si · mi · lar.
What is the Scrabble score for "verisimilar"?
The Scrabble score for "verisimilar" is 16 points.
Using “verisimilar” in writing
"verisimilar" (ve · ri · si · mi · lar) 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, “verisimilar” 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.