How many syllables in “evidentiary”?
syllables in "evidentiary"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · vi · den · tia · ry
Letters
11
e · v · i · d · e · n · t · i · a · r · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “evidentiary”
The word “evidentiary” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · vi · den · tia · ry. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "evidentiary" have?
"evidentiary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "evidentiary" into syllables?
"evidentiary" is divided into syllables as: e · vi · den · tia · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "evidentiary"?
The Scrabble score for "evidentiary" is 18 points.
Using “evidentiary” in writing
"evidentiary" (e · vi · den · tia · 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, “evidentiary” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.