How many syllables in “complementaries”?
syllables in "complementaries"
Word details
Syllables
5
com · ple · men · ta · ries
Letters
15
c · o · m · p · l · e · m · e · n · t · a · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “complementaries”
The word “complementaries” contains 5 syllables, divided as com · ple · men · ta · ries. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "complementaries" have?
"complementaries" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "complementaries" into syllables?
"complementaries" is divided into syllables as: com · ple · men · ta · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "complementaries"?
The Scrabble score for "complementaries" is 23 points.
Using “complementaries” in writing
"complementaries" (com · ple · men · ta · 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, “complementaries” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.