How many syllables in “condemnatory”?
syllables in "condemnatory"
Word details
Syllables
5
con · dem · na · to · ry
Letters
12
c · o · n · d · e · m · n · a · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “condemnatory”
The word “condemnatory” contains 5 syllables, divided as con · dem · na · to · ry. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "condemnatory" have?
"condemnatory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "condemnatory" into syllables?
"condemnatory" is divided into syllables as: con · dem · na · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "condemnatory"?
The Scrabble score for "condemnatory" is 20 points.
Using “condemnatory” in writing
"condemnatory" (con · dem · na · 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, “condemnatory” 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.