How many syllables in “incubatory”?
syllables in "incubatory"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · cu · ba · to · ry
Letters
10
i · n · c · u · b · a · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
17
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “incubatory”
The word “incubatory” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · cu · ba · to · ry. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "incubatory" have?
"incubatory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "incubatory" into syllables?
"incubatory" is divided into syllables as: in · cu · ba · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "incubatory"?
The Scrabble score for "incubatory" is 17 points.
Using “incubatory” in writing
"incubatory" (in · cu · ba · 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, “incubatory” 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.