How many syllables in “contractionary”?
syllables in "contractionary"
Word details
Syllables
5
cont · ract · iona · ry
Letters
14
c · o · n · t · r · a · c · t · i · o · n · a · r · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “contractionary”
The word “contractionary” contains 5 syllables, divided as cont · ract · iona · ry. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "contractionary" have?
"contractionary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "contractionary" into syllables?
"contractionary" is divided into syllables as: cont · ract · iona · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "contractionary"?
The Scrabble score for "contractionary" is 21 points.
Using “contractionary” in writing
"contractionary" (cont · ract · iona · 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, “contractionary” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.