How many syllables in “concessionary”?
syllables in "concessionary"
Word details
Syllables
5
conc · essi · onar · y
Letters
13
c · o · n · c · e · s · s · i · o · n · a · r · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “concessionary”
The word “concessionary” contains 5 syllables, divided as conc · essi · onar · y. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "concessionary" have?
"concessionary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "concessionary" into syllables?
"concessionary" is divided into syllables as: conc · essi · onar · y.
What is the Scrabble score for "concessionary"?
The Scrabble score for "concessionary" is 20 points.
Using “concessionary” in writing
"concessionary" (conc · essi · onar · y) 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, “concessionary” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.