How many syllables in “discretionary”?
syllables in "discretionary"
Word details
Syllables
5
disc · reti · onar · y
Letters
13
d · i · s · c · r · e · t · i · o · n · a · r · y
Scrabble
19
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About the word “discretionary”
The word “discretionary” contains 5 syllables, divided as disc · reti · onar · y. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "discretionary" have?
"discretionary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "discretionary" into syllables?
"discretionary" is divided into syllables as: disc · reti · onar · y.
What is the Scrabble score for "discretionary"?
The Scrabble score for "discretionary" is 19 points.
Using “discretionary” in writing
"discretionary" (disc · reti · 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, “discretionary” 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.