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