How many syllables in “convulsionary”?
syllables in "convulsionary"
Word details
Syllables
5
conv · ulsi · onar · y
Letters
13
c · o · n · v · u · l · s · i · o · n · a · r · y
Scrabble
21
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About the word “convulsionary”
The word “convulsionary” contains 5 syllables, divided as conv · ulsi · onar · y. It has 13 letters.
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How many syllables does "convulsionary" have?
"convulsionary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "convulsionary" into syllables?
"convulsionary" is divided into syllables as: conv · ulsi · onar · y.
What is the Scrabble score for "convulsionary"?
The Scrabble score for "convulsionary" is 21 points.
Using “convulsionary” in writing
"convulsionary" (conv · ulsi · 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, “convulsionary” 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.