How many syllables in “divinatory”?
syllables in "divinatory"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · vi · na · to · ry
Letters
10
d · i · v · i · n · a · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “divinatory”
The word “divinatory” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · vi · na · to · ry. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "divinatory" have?
"divinatory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "divinatory" into syllables?
"divinatory" is divided into syllables as: di · vi · na · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "divinatory"?
The Scrabble score for "divinatory" is 17 points.
Using “divinatory” in writing
"divinatory" (di · vi · na · 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, “divinatory” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.