How many syllables in “conciliatory”?
syllables in "conciliatory"
Word details
Syllables
5
con · ci · lia · to · ry
Letters
12
c · o · n · c · i · l · i · a · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
19
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About the word “conciliatory”
The word “conciliatory” contains 5 syllables, divided as con · ci · lia · to · ry. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "conciliatory" have?
"conciliatory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "conciliatory" into syllables?
"conciliatory" is divided into syllables as: con · ci · lia · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "conciliatory"?
The Scrabble score for "conciliatory" is 19 points.
Using “conciliatory” in writing
"conciliatory" (con · ci · lia · 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, “conciliatory” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.