How many syllables in “alimentary”?
syllables in "alimentary"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · li · men · ta · ry
Letters
10
a · l · i · m · e · n · t · a · r · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “alimentary”
The word “alimentary” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · li · men · ta · ry. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "alimentary" have?
"alimentary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "alimentary" into syllables?
"alimentary" is divided into syllables as: a · li · men · ta · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "alimentary"?
The Scrabble score for "alimentary" is 15 points.
Using “alimentary” in writing
"alimentary" (a · li · men · ta · ry) 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, “alimentary” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.