How many syllables in “initiatory”?
syllables in "initiatory"
Word details
Syllables
5
i · ni · tia · to · ry
Letters
10
i · n · i · t · i · a · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “initiatory”
The word “initiatory” contains 5 syllables, divided as i · ni · tia · to · ry. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "initiatory" have?
"initiatory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "initiatory" into syllables?
"initiatory" is divided into syllables as: i · ni · tia · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "initiatory"?
The Scrabble score for "initiatory" is 13 points.
Using “initiatory” in writing
"initiatory" (i · ni · tia · 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, “initiatory” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.