How many syllables in “celebratory”?
syllables in "celebratory"
Word details
Syllables
5
ce · le · bra · to · ry
Letters
11
c · e · l · e · b · r · a · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “celebratory”
The word “celebratory” contains 5 syllables, divided as ce · le · bra · to · ry. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "celebratory" have?
"celebratory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "celebratory" into syllables?
"celebratory" is divided into syllables as: ce · le · bra · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "celebratory"?
The Scrabble score for "celebratory" is 18 points.
Using “celebratory” in writing
"celebratory" (ce · le · bra · to · 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, “celebratory” 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.