How many syllables in “commendatory”?
syllables in "commendatory"
Word details
Syllables
5
com · men · da · to · ry
Letters
12
c · o · m · m · e · n · d · a · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
22
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About the word “commendatory”
The word “commendatory” contains 5 syllables, divided as com · men · da · to · ry. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "commendatory" have?
"commendatory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "commendatory" into syllables?
"commendatory" is divided into syllables as: com · men · da · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "commendatory"?
The Scrabble score for "commendatory" is 22 points.
Using “commendatory” in writing
"commendatory" (com · men · da · 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, “commendatory” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.