How many syllables in “gratulatory”?
syllables in "gratulatory"
Word details
Syllables
5
gra · tu · la · to · ry
Letters
11
g · r · a · t · u · l · a · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
15
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About the word “gratulatory”
The word “gratulatory” contains 5 syllables, divided as gra · tu · la · to · ry. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gratulatory" have?
"gratulatory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "gratulatory" into syllables?
"gratulatory" is divided into syllables as: gra · tu · la · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "gratulatory"?
The Scrabble score for "gratulatory" is 15 points.
Using “gratulatory” in writing
"gratulatory" (gra · tu · la · 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, “gratulatory” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.