How many syllables in “contradictory”?
syllables in "contradictory"
Word details
Syllables
5
con · tra · dic · to · ry
Letters
13
c · o · n · t · r · a · d · i · c · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
21
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About the word “contradictory”
The word “contradictory” contains 5 syllables, divided as con · tra · dic · to · ry. It has 13 letters.
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How many syllables does "contradictory" have?
"contradictory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "contradictory" into syllables?
"contradictory" is divided into syllables as: con · tra · dic · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "contradictory"?
The Scrabble score for "contradictory" is 21 points.
Using “contradictory” in writing
"contradictory" (con · tra · dic · 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, “contradictory” 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.