How many syllables in “deflationary”?
syllables in "deflationary"
Word details
Syllables
5
def · lat · ion · ary
Letters
12
d · e · f · l · a · t · i · o · n · a · r · y
Scrabble
19
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About the word “deflationary”
The word “deflationary” contains 5 syllables, divided as def · lat · ion · ary. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "deflationary" have?
"deflationary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "deflationary" into syllables?
"deflationary" is divided into syllables as: def · lat · ion · ary.
What is the Scrabble score for "deflationary"?
The Scrabble score for "deflationary" is 19 points.
Using “deflationary” in writing
"deflationary" (def · lat · ion · ary) 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, “deflationary” 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.